Lead Aerospace Composite Technician

firefly; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is seeking a Lead Composite Technician to lead daily aerospace-grade fabrication on the production floor.

You will guide composite layup, bonding, vacuum bagging, and cure processes, read engineering drawings, and mentor technicians while maintaining quality and schedule. Based in Briggs, TX, the role requires 8+ years in composite manufacturing, experience leading shifts, and a 12-hour 4-on/3-off schedule.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of composite manufacturing experience.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and strong craftsmanship.
• Experience with layup, bonding, vacuum bagging, and cure processes.
• Ability to read and interpret composite layup drawings and assembly prints.
• Proficient use of pneumatic tools, hand tools, power tools, and precision measurement instruments.
• Ability to drill and lay out precision holes.
• Experience working with material data sheets.
• Ability to provide guidance and support to other technicians.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily composite fabrication activities on assigned shift.
• Execute and oversee all steps of aerospace-grade composite manufacturing, including cutting materials, surface preparation, bonding, lamination, and cure.
• Interpret engineering drawings, layup instructions, and material data sheets.
• Identify scarf back plies and support structural repairs.
• Ensure AS9100 material handling and traceability compliance.
• Provide floor-level technical guidance and mentorship to technicians.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of manufacturing discrepancies.
• Promote shop organization, safety compliance, and PPE adherence.
• Drive efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Composite fabrication

Mechanical aptitude

Layup & cure processes

Drawings & prints

Tools & measurement

Hole layout

Material data sheets

Team guidance

Job description

Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is seeking a Lead Composite Technician to lead daily aerospace-grade fabrication on the production floor.

You will guide composite layup, bonding, vacuum bagging, and cure processes, read engineering drawings, and mentor technicians while maintaining quality and schedule. Based in Briggs, TX, the role requires 8+ years in composite manufacturing, experience leading shifts, and a 12-hour 4-on/3-off schedule.