Composite Technicians

LifePort; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Personal leave

Annual bonus

Wellness program

Onsite gym

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision with HSA/FSA

401K

Life & disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

LifePort in Woodland, WA, seeks a composite manufacturing technician to support lamination, bonding, trimming, assembly, and inspection. You will work with prepregs, vacuum infusion, and curing processes, following precise work instructions and blueprints while maintaining traceability.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to engineering and customer specifications. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for training on autoclaves and curing equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Composite manufacturing experience preferred; experience levels vary by assignment.
• Technical school training or industry certifications (ACMA) preferred but not required for experienced technicians.

Responsibilities

• Work safely on a team and contribute to the manufacturing process.
• Read and strictly adhere to written work instructions, planning documents, and detailed processes.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, manuals, and specifications.
• Use composite materials such as fiberglass, carbon fiber, epoxy resins, and honeycomb core.
• Perform composite manufacturing processes (prepreg layup, vacuum infusion, wet layups).
• Bond components and assemblies with adhesives; perform vacuum bagging for curing.
• Operate equipment (ply cutters, presses, ovens, autoclaves, saws).
• Trim, drill, sand, and grind composite parts; measure to tolerances.
• Inspect parts for non-conformances; apply fairing compounds.
• Install inserts and fasteners; handle chemicals, solvents, and resins.
• Maintain traceability documentation; support AS9100/NADCAP requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organization

Initiative & accountability

Willingness to learn

Coachable attitude

Aerospace/manufacturing experience

FOD awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school training / ACMA certification

Job description

Located in Woodland, WA, LifePort is the leading manufacturer of medical transportation and interior products as well as ballistic armor protection systems for fixed and rotary wing aircraft. From large multi-aircraft projects to small custom projects, LifePort supplies the industrys largest aerospace OEMs and end users with the finest aviation solutions today.

Position Overview:
Performs a variety of composite part manufacturing tasks that may include lamination, bonding, trimming, assembly, and inspection. Supports the fabrication and repair of composite components using multiple manufacturing processes and equipment, ensuring compliance with specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements.

Essential Functions:

Work safely on a team and contribute to the manufacturing process
Read and strictly adhere to written work instructions, planning documents, and detailed processes
Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, manuals, and specifications
Ability to use composite materials such as fiberglass, carbon fiber, epoxy resins, and honeycomb core
Perform composite manufacturing using processes such as prepreg layup, vacuum infusion, and wet layups
Perform adhesive bonding of components and assemblies
Perform vacuum bagging for curing operations
Operate composite manufacturing equipment such as ply cutters, platen presses, curing ovens, autoclaves, panel saws, and table saws
Trim, drill, sand, and grind composite parts using hand and power tools including routers, drills, and sanders
Lay out and measure parts to meet tolerance requirements >Inspect parts and identify non-conformances
Apply fillers and fairing compounds to meet surface quality specifications
Install inserts and fasteners in composite assemblies
Safely use chemicals, solvents, adhesives, and resins
Work to comply with engineering, quality, and customer specifications
Maintain documentation, record required traceability information, and support quality standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP
Experienced technicians may support onboarding and training of technicians as needed

Qualifications

Job Specifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

Strong teamwork and communication skills
Ability to follow instructions and work with attention to detail
Strong organization skills
Ability to work independently with initiative and accountability
Coachable attitude and willingness to learn new skills
Aerospace or manufacturing experience preferred
Familiarity with FOD requirements and aerospace manufacturing practices beneficial

Education, Certifications, and Experience:

High school diploma or GED required
Composite manufacturing experience preferred; experience levels may vary depending on assignment
Technical school training or industry certifications (such as ACMA) preferred but not required for experienced technicians

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Working conditions are normal for that of a manufacturing/machine shop/office environment.

All employees are expected to adhere to Company safety policies and wear personal protective equipment when exposed to work areas or performing tasks where it is required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a US Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.14 is required.

The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned.

Our Competitive Benefits Include:

• PTO – Paid Time off
• Personal leave
• Annual performance bonus program
• Wellness program and onsite gym with free personal training
• Paid company holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits with HSA and FSA options
• 401K with employer contribution
• Employer paid basic life & disability coverage
• Employee life assistance program
• Additional voluntary benefits include: Legal Shield, long term disability, pet insurance, voluntary accident, voluntary hospital Indemnity and voluntary critical illness.