Junior Manufacturing Technician

Peraton; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Composite Technician in Colorado Springs to mold, bond, and finish advanced composite assemblies for aerospace applications. You will follow detailed work instructions, prepare materials, and operate curing equipment to ensure high-quality parts meeting tight specs.

You will document processes, monitor parameters, and participate in cross-training to support production goals. The role emphasizes precision, safety, and teamwork within a production environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Dexterity for fine detailed work and attention to detail.
• Multitasking and teamwork abilities.
• Microsoft Suite experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform composite manufacturing operations per procedures and specs.
• Interpret work instructions, routers, drawings, and specs.
• Prepare and lay out composite materials to meet quality requirements.
• Set up, monitor vacuum systems, ovens, and bonding/curing processes.
• Inspect components for workmanship and conformance to standards.
• Maintain accurate production documentation.

Skills

Dexterity

Multitasking

Microsoft Suite

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

The Acusil® production department manufactures thermal protection materials that are applied to parts received from customers and these materials are molded, cured, and machined to print so that they may be bonded onto parts. The customers we support are large and small Aerospace companies. The mission of our team is to provide customer satisfaction for product quality and delivery schedules while focusing internally on continuous improvement of our processes to reduce cost, rework and repair.

Our production facility is seeking a Composite Technician who will mold and bond a variety of dissimilar materials (composite, metal, or laminate) assemblies, parts, components, equipment or structures into semi-finished or finished products.

Responsibilites of the Position:

• Perform composite manufacturing operations, including material preparation, layup, molding, bonding, curing, finishing, and assembly in accordance with established procedures and specifications.
• Interpret and follow detailed work instructions, manufacturing routers, drawings, and technical specifications to ensure accurate production of components.
• Prepare, measure, cut, and lay out composite materials and other substrates to meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Apply bonding agents and adhesives using approved techniques and processes.
• Set up, operate, and monitor vacuum systems, industrial ovens, and other specialized manufacturing equipment to complete bonding and curing processes.
• Monitor and control critical manufacturing parameters, including temperature, pressure, vacuum levels, and cure times, to ensure compliance with process requirements.
• Utilize calibrated measuring instruments, tools, and equipment to perform manufacturing operations and verify product conformity.
• Perform sanding, trimming, surface preparation, and finishing operations to meet specified requirements.
• Inspect in-process and completed components for workmanship, dimensional accuracy, and conformance to quality standards.
• Identify and communicate material defects, equipment issues, and nonconforming products to appropriate personnel.
• Complete and maintain accurate production documentation, including manufacturing routers, inspection records, material traceability, and process verification.
• Follow established material handling, storage, shelf-life, and chemical safety requirements to maintain product integrity and workplace safety.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to perform multiple manufacturing operations while maintaining quality and productivity expectations.
• Assist with additional production activities and cross-training opportunities as needed to support operational requirements.
• Coordinate with production leadership and team members to support manufacturing priorities, production schedules, and on-time delivery commitments.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Dexterity for fine detailed work
• Detailed and results oriented, with solid problem-solving acumen
• Ability to multitask and work independently, as well as in a team environment
• Microsoft Suite experience
• Must be a US Citizen

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two or more years of experience with Microsoft Suite
• Two or more years of experience with composite material production
• Understanding of lean manufacturing

Target Salary Range

$30,000 - $48,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed athttps://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.