Composite Prototype Technician

Urbineer Inc; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering company in California is seeking a Composite Prototype Technician to support the development of lightweight composite structures. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in aerospace composite processes and the ability to collaborate effectively on multidisciplinary teams. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth in an innovative work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience with composite processes.
• Training in aerospace composite procedures and cleanroom protocols.
• Ability to perform in-process inspection to ensure accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Laminating composite parts according to instructions.
• Providing manufacturing feedback to improve producibility.
• Working with teams to develop novel composite processing techniques.

Skills

Laminating composite structures

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Interpreting engineering drawings

Education

Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Autoclaves

Ovens

Ply cutting machine

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Company Overview

Urbineer is composed of experienced, hands-on multidisciplinary technicians and engineers with a strong background in driving complex product development from concepts to functional systems. Our agility and expertise have positioned us to work on internal R&D programs funded by NASA and the DoD, as well as support major pioneers of industry developing next generation systems. We pride ourselves in executing design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing of advanced lightweight structures in-house.

Urbineer is focused on building a cohesive team of motivated, versatile, and hands-on people that enjoy a fast-paced ideation and prototyping environment. Our company is founded and operated by engineers that continuously foster both technical and professional growth in a rewarding team environment.

Introduction

Urbineer is looking for a Composite Prototype Technician to be part of our group and will play a vital role in supporting a team developing lightweight composite structures. As a member of our team, you will be involved with a variety of projects: rotorcraft co-cured composite airframe techniques and composite processing methods that will enable prototyping of new systems. You will be working in a challenging and fast paced work environment on multidisciplinary teams.

To Be Successful:

A candidate must demonstrate the ability to learn new skills on the job, collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, and have extensive experience laminating composite structures. At Urbineer, we value people wanting to challenge themselves and further your career.

Responsibilities

Laminating composite parts according to work instructions and drawings

Provide manufacturing feedback to engineering to improve composite part producibility

Work with multidisciplinary team on developing to novel composite processing techniques

Experience with bagging, thermocouples, probes, and vacuum connections

Performing in-process inspection of laminates to ensure dimensional accuracy of plies drops, core, and other part features

Trimming/finishing of composite assemblies

Surface prep, hand abrade and power abrasion techniques

Performing composite bonding and fastener assembly

Minimum Qualifications

Training in aerospace/or aviation composite procedures, cleanroom environment protocols, and material processing equipment such as ovens, autoclaves, and presses

Industry experience of 5+ years

3+ years of experience with composite processes such and lamination and bonding

Capable of interpreting engineering drawings and notes

U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled data and conform to ITAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

A degree in Manufacturing Engineering, graduated from a technical college, or equivalent experience

Training in aerospace/or aviation composite procedures, cleanroom environment protocols, and material processing equipment such as ovens, autoclaves, and presses

Experience operating a ply cutting machine

Industry experience of 10+ years

5+ years of experience with composite processes such and lamination and bonding

Capable of drilling Class 1 holes and installing fasteners such as HI-LOKs, HI-LITES, and other aerospace grade hardware

Capable of interpreting engineering drawings and notes

In Return

Be an integral part of a team dedicated to building the next generation air vehicles

Opportunities to continuously learn and collaborate with our innovative and knowledgeable technical staff, including industry proven engineers that have been designing and building performance vehicles

Being part of an accelerated prototyping and design team where you get to work on endless projects at the forefront of technology

Be a part of a growing company that will continue to provide opportunities for advancement in your career