Composite Operator Level 2 (Manufacturing)

GKN Aerospace; Tallassee (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Aerospace Tallassee is seeking a Composite Operator Level 2 in manufacturing to join a legacy team building aerospace components for leading defense programs. You will interpret engineering drawings and documentations, perform high-precision assembly, and support continuous improvement efforts on a dynamic production line. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in aerospace/manufacturing, excellent attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively.

U.S. Person (ITAR) status is required.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• 2–5 years of experience in aerospace, manufacturing or related production environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Experience working as part of a collaborative manufacturing team.
• A&P or FAA Aircraft maintenance experience is a plus.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen) per ITAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced manufacturing and assembly operations on aerospace components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, work instructions and technical documentation independently.
• Identify and resolve production or quality issues.
• Carry out inspections and help maintain aerospace quality standards.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment.
• Mentor and support less experienced operators, helping to develop skills across the team.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality, efficiency and safety.
• Support the production of components used in leading aerospace and defense programs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpret drawings

Problem solving

Team collaboration

ITAR US Person

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Composite Operator Level 2 (Manufacturing)

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Where expertise shapes the future of flight.

At GKN Aerospace Tallassee, you'll help build advanced aerospace components used by some of the world's leading aviation and defense programs. As part of a team with more than 40 years of history, you'll apply your experience to complex aerospace programs, work alongside skilled colleagues, and continue building a career with opportunities to grow.

What you'll do

• Perform advanced manufacturing and assembly operations on aerospace components
• Interpret engineering drawings, workinstructionsand technical documentation independently
• Identifyand resolve production or quality issues
• Carry out inspections and helpmaintainaerospace quality standards
• Maintaina safe,cleanandorganizedwork environment
• Mentor and support less experienced operators, helping to develop skills across the team
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality,efficiencyand safety
• Support the production of components used in leading aerospace anddefenseprograms

What we're looking for

• High school diploma or GED
• Two to five years of experience in aerospace, manufacturing or related production environments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
• Experience working as part of a collaborative manufacturing team
• A&P or FAA Aircraft maintenance experience is a plus
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen) per ITAR regulations to comply with export control requirements

Physical requirements

This role involves standing, bending,reaching,and performing repetitive tasks for extended periods. Candidates should be able to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50lbsand work safely in a manufacturing environment usingappropriate personalprotective equipment.

Why join GKN Aerospace Tallassee?

This is more than a job.It's a chance to build components for some of the biggest names in aerospace anddefensewhile building a future of your own.

As your experience grows,you'llhave opportunities to take on greater responsibility, contribute to innovative aerospaceprograms, and help develop the next generation of aerospace talent. And with a teamthat's known for its strong senseof community, you'll be joining a workplace where people look out for each other and take pride in what they build together.

GKN Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age,color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It's a culture that won us 'The Best Workplace Culture Award'. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We're also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.