Composite Technician II-2nd Shift

Firefly Aerospace; Briggs (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Short term disability

Pet insurance

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX, is seeking a Composite Technician II to fabricate aerospace-grade composite components for production and development programs. The role supports primary structures, tanks, and secondary hardware from raw fiber to delivery, with supervision needed and a strong emphasis on quality and traceability.

As part of a fast-paced team, you will cut, bond, laminate, cure, and inspect materials per AS9100 standards, applying careful craftsmanship and independent work

Qualifications

• 2+ years of composite manufacturing experience.
• Experience in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to independently execute composite builds.
• Proficient with pneumatic tools, hand tools, and precision measurement instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret composite layup and assembly prints.
• Experience with material data sheets.
• Strong craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Cut and kit composite materials to tight tolerances.
• Perform bonding operations including surface prep and adhesive application.
• Execute hand lamination of carbon, fiberglass, Kevlar, film adhesives, and core materials.
• Perform full vacuum bag cure cycles including debulking and oven monitoring.
• Cure materials per manufacturer specifications.
• Identify scarf back plies (scarfing) as required.
• Interpret composite layup drawings and manufacturing instructions.
• Ensure material traceability in compliance with AS9100.
• Support process improvements and efficiency initiatives.
• Maintain shop organization and PPE compliance.

Skills

Composite manufacturing

Aerospace/precision manufacturing

Independently execute builds

Pneumatic tools & precision measuring

Read layup prints

Material data sheets

Craftsmanship & detail

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Job description

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE

Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.

SUMMARY

Composite Technician II is an intermediate-level role responsible for independently fabricating aerospace-grade composite components for production and development programs.

This role supports the manufacture of primary structures, tanks, and secondary hardware from raw fiber through delivery to integration. Technicians at this level demonstrate strong technical skill and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Location: Briggs, TX (north of Cedar Park)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cut and kit composite materials to tight tolerances
• Perform bonding operations including surface prep and adhesive application
• Execute hand lamination of carbon, fiberglass, Kevlar, film adhesives, and core materials
• Perform full vacuum bag cure cycles including debulking and oven monitoring
• Cure materials per manufacturer specifications
• Identify scarf back plies (scarfing) as required
• Interpret composite layup drawings and manufacturing instructions
• Ensure material traceability in compliance with AS9100
• Support process improvements and efficiency initiatives
• Maintain shop organization and PPE compliance

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of composite manufacturing experience
• Experience in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing preferred
• Demonstrated ability to independently execute composite builds
• Proficient use of pneumatic tools, hand tools, and precision measurement instruments
• Ability to read and interpret composite layup and assembly prints
• Experience working with material data sheets
• Strong craftsmanship and attention to detail

Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, pet Insurance, and flexible PTO options.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.