Composite Technician II: Aerospace Craftsmanship & PTO

Firefly Aerospace; Briggs (TX); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental and vision plans

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Short-term disability

Flexible PTO

Pet insurance

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX is seeking a Composite Technician II to independently fabricate aerospace-grade composite components for production and development programs. You will support production of primary structures, tanks, and secondary hardware from raw fiber through delivery to integration.

The role requires strong technical skill, attention to detail, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

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.

Responsibilities

• Cut and kit composite materials to tight tolerances.
• Perform bonding operations including surface prep and adhesive application.
• Laminate carbon, fiberglass, Kevlar, film adhesives, and core materials by hand.
• Execute vacuum bag cure cycles and monitor ovens.
• Maintain material traceability per AS9100.

Skills

Composite manufacturing

Aerospace/precision manufacturing

Read layups & prints

Independent execution

Tool handling & measurement

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Hand tools

Precision measurement instruments

Job description

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX is seeking a Composite Technician II to independently fabricate aerospace-grade composite components for production and development programs. You will support production of primary structures, tanks, and secondary hardware from raw fiber through delivery to integration.

The role requires strong technical skill, attention to detail, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.