Composite Technician IV

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) leads in remotely piloted aircraft and surveillance systems.

This onsite role fabricates and assembles composite materials from pre-determined procedures; works with epoxy agents and interprets engineering drawings to guide a team of technicians. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, setting up equipment, performing tests, tracking production records, and coordinating with supervisors to meet schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 7+ years related experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and detailed drawings; perform calculations.
• Proficient with hand tools and measuring instruments; capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Reads blueprints, diagrams, process sheets, and assembly drawings.
• Gives instructions to team of Composite Technicians regarding work assignments.
• Sets up and operates equipment to make test runs.
• Examines product for defects and verifies tolerances.
• Records information on production logs and prepares reports.
• Assists with production scheduling and methods improvement.
• Confers with supervisors to coordinate activities.
• Performs re-work and repairs defective products.
• Adheres to safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Measuring instruments

Shop tools familiarity

Respirator certification

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools set

Scales, protractors, calipers

Molds and mandrels

Band saws, table saws, disk sanders

Drill press, wood lathe

Job description

57827BR

Job Summary:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under minimal supervision and working in a loud environment with a variety of epoxy agents, this position builds up, fabricates, cures and assembles various types of composite materials where required information is readily available, methods and sequences have been pre-determined and tooling is provided. Works from and interprets engineering drawing and diagrams that do not contain detailed information of all operations. Provides direction and guidance to less experienced staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reads blueprints, diagrams, process sheets, and assembly and schematic drawings.
• Gives instructions to team of Composite Technicians regarding work assignments. Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Sets up and operates equipment to make test runs.
• Examines product for defects, performing required tests, measurement of performance, need for required adjustments and verification of specified tolerances.
• Records information on appropriate production records, logs and other report forms. Prepares reports as required.
• Studies production schedules and estimates worker hour requirements for completion of job assignment. Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules. Recommends measures to improve production methods.
• Confers with other supervisors to coordinate activities.
• Performs re-work as required. Repairs defective products rejected by inspection or test personnel.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• May provide guidance and training to other technicians as a lead. 2. Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires High School diploma or equivalent and seven or more years of related experience.
• Must be able to verbally communicate, read and comprehend written and verbal instructions, detailed blueprints and other similar authorized drawings and documents, and be capable of doing advanced mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to use hand tools, such as rollers, paper cutters, scissors, x-acto, knives, electric heat gun and fixtures such as molds and mandrels.
• Ability to use measuring instruments such as scales, and protractors and calipers.
• Familiarity with common shop tools such as band saws, table saws, disk sanders, drill press, wood lathe, etc.
• May require respirator certification.
• Must be able to work in a loud environment; work extended hours as required; and be able to lift assemblies weighing up to 50 lbs.

Job Category:

Manufacturing

Experience Level:

Mid-Level (3-7 years)

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Hourly

Pay Range Low:

63,000

Pay Range High:

105,375

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

No

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC's "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.