Composite Technician C - 1st Shift

Crosslinked; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

compressed workweek

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is hiring a Composite Technician C for Huntsville, AL. The role focuses on hands-on composite fabrication for defense rocket motor hardware in a state-of-the-art AMF North facility.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 6+ years of relevant experience (or 2 years post-secondary with 2+ years). This on-site, full-time position operates on a 4/10 compressed schedule and may require the ability to obtain a US security clearance.

Qualifications

• Requires a High school Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.

Responsibilities

• Composite manufacturing: produce parts and assemblies using fabrication, cure, and assembly per detailed instructions.
• Operate and troubleshoot equipment such as ovens, autoclaves, lathes, milling centers and presses.
• Perform vacuum bagging and curing processes and build complex layups.

Education

High school

Job description

Huntsville, AL

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Why it is interesting.

Hands-on composite fabrication for defense rocket motors in a state-of-the-art advanced manufacturing facility.

Might not be for you.

Requires 6 years experience with only a high school diploma, and a security clearance; production-focused, not R&D.

L3Harris is staffing a new facility in Huntsville.

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• Seniority Technician
• Work On-site
• Type Full-time
• Degree High school
• Experience 6+ yrs
• Industry Defense
• Role Manufacturing / Production
• Schedule Compressed 4x10
• Clearance Ability to obtain
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Benefits

• compressed workweek

Role details

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech.

With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Title: Composite Technician C Job Code: 43750 Job Location: Huntsville, AL Job Schedule: 1st Shift 4/10: Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week Job Descript ion: L3Harris is seeking a Composite Manufacturing Technician to join our state-of-the-art Advanced Manufacturing Facility (AMF) North in Huntsville, AL. This facility specializes in the inert manufacturing, fabrication, and assembly of small-, medium-, and large-case composite rocket motor hardware.

Essential Functions

Composite manufacturing: Produce parts, components and final assemblies using composite fabrication, compression molding, metal fabrication, modification, checkout, re-work, quality testing, and assembly utilizing detailed work instructions, schematics, diagrams, layouts or manufacturing test development or diagnostic equipment. Prepare various components for lay‑up, filament winding, cure and post cure using cured and uncured rubber materials and adhesives. Operation of various machinery and shop equipment which may include but not be limited to ovens, autoclaves, manual lathes, CNC lathes, CNC milling centers, manual mills, boring mills, presses, furnaces, mixers, grinders, swages, paint booths, fume hoods, composite winders and overhead cranes. Fabrication and assembly of piece parts into completed sub-assembly using assembly tools. Perform vacuum bagging and related processes for fabrication and curing composite parts. Complete structural bonding operations using film adhesives, core materials, and adhesives. Building of complex layups individually and in small groups. Build, clean, and properly store large tooling. Insulation of soluble and net metal mandrels. Cast, cure and machining of soluble mandrels. Processing and final assembly of composite cases. Facilitate and conduct OJT training of technicians as required. Works with management and supervision to meet critical deadlines. Development work: Produce development hardware to support research and development programs. Troubleshoot processes and identify, modify and/or elevate out of control processes and production escapes. Assist in the development of process improvement actions within the facility. Support: Coordinate with maintenance, supervision and/or engineers in the set‑up and calibration of equipment. Participate in preventative maintenance activities. Clean machines, equipment, and work area according to Standard Operating Procedures. Support safety initiatives and adhere to 5S+1 standards. Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.

Qualifications

Requires a High school Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

L3Harris Technologies is an E‑Verify Employer.

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Common questions

Where is the Composite Technician C - 1st Shift role at L3Harris Technologies based?

This role is based in Huntsville, AL.

What degree is required for the Composite Technician C - 1st Shift role at L3Harris Technologies?

The posting accepts the following combinations: High school + 6 years, Associate + 2 years.

How many years of experience does this Composite Technician C - 1st Shift role require?

The posting calls for at least 6 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Composite Technician C - 1st Shift role work with?

composites, adhesives, rubber.