Filament Winding Technician

Infinite Composites Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Infinite Composites Inc. seeks a Filament Winding Technician in Tulsa, OK. This full-time role requires at least 2 years of manufacturing experience. Responsibilities include setting up composite parts, operating industrial shop equipment, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents as per ITAR regulations. Preferred skills include knowledge of composite materials and quality control processes. The position involves physical requirements such as lifting up to 70 lbs and regular shifts including overtime.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in manufacturing or formal technical training.
• Candidates must be able to become a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident as defined by ITAR.
• Knowledge in production processes and quality control required.

Responsibilities

• Sets up composites parts for fabrication according to engineering drawings.
• Identifies nonconforming parts and works on process improvement.
• Operates industrial equipment and handles hazardous materials following guidelines.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Use of hand and power tools

Precision measuring instruments

Teamwork and interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Oven

Automated filament winder

Job description

Job Summary

Filament Winding Technician Full-Time Tulsa, OK
Infinite Composites provides products for aerospace, aviation, defense, bulk gas transport and vehicular transportation markets. ICT's products provide the most efficient vessels for storing and transporting pressurized liquids and gases. The Company designs, develops, manufactures and analyzes composite pressure vessels (CPVs). ICT’s team includes the brightest, innovative minds who are capable of solving unique problems where others have failed. InfiniteCPV products allow for users to maximize their payload capacity and minimize transportation costs, helping create new viable opportunities or improve on existing margins.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Sets up composites parts for fabrication; reads and interprets engineering drawings, planning, process specifications, work instructions, and other documents to understand tooling, materials, sequence of operations, techniques, and accurately follow instructions related to composite layup and assembly manufacturing.
• Identify nonconforming detail parts, assemblies and processes. Work with engineering to improve manufacturing processes, troubleshoot fabrication problems, and recommend solutions.
• Responsible for operating industrial shop equipment (oven, automated filament winder, hydrostatic pressure tester, etc.).
• Responsible for the machine setup, drilling, trimming, and cutting of various materials.
• Responsible for preparing surfaces for bonding, applying paste, film, adhesives, primers, liquid polyurethane, and the curing process.
• Responsible for the setup, printing, handling, assembly, and in-process inspection of 3D tooling.
• Self-check work for compliance to engineering using hand held precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, height gages and scales.
• Ensure all assemblies and detail parts are free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and non conformance issues.
• Reports all non-conformances to manufacturing supervision and/or quality assurance.
• Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions to manufacturing supervision.
• Reports job status and restraints to coworkers and supervision.
• Identifies production inefficiencies and suggests potential improvements to product or process.
• Responsible for handling and disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with company guidelines.
• Other duties assigned by management

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Must be able to work 1st shift.
• At least 2 years manufacturing, assembly, modification, or repair experience and/or formal technical training.
• Must have experience with hand, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Candidates should possess a combination of solid mechanical knowledge, hands‑on experience and the willingness and ability to learn.
• Candidates must be able to become a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S. as defined by ITAR 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Knowledgeable and skilled in the use of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of composite parts and assemblies.
• Experience with composite materials and 3D printing is desired, but not required.
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team, meet aggressive schedules, operate and understand engineering drawings, specifications and standards.
• Knowledgeable and able to use computer systems for office and shop applications.
• Skilled in listening and interpersonal participation, and able to work with others as part of a team which includes giving and receiving feedback, and assisting others in completion of tasks.
• Able to complete and maintain all required training and certifications needed to do your job efficiently.

Additional Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work in excess of 8 hours per day and 5 days per week. Willing to work all required shifts hours, overtime and weekends, if required.
• Walk — Frequently.
• Stand and sit for long periods of time — Frequently.
• Use hands to handle, feel, or manipulate — Frequently.
• Reach with hands and arms — Frequently.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl — Occasionally.
• Talk and hear — Frequently.
• Use close vision depth perception and ability to adjust — Constant.
• Lift 70 lbs unassisted — Occasionally.

ITAR Requirements

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. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Equal Opportunity Employment

ICT is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with ICT is governed on the basis of 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.