Racing Composite Technician - Precision & Performance

AO Racing; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Paid vacation

Parental Leave

All travel expenses covered

Modern, well-equipped shop

Job summary

AO Racing in the United States is seeking a dedicated Composite Fabrication Technician to fabricate and repair high‑performance parts for racing vehicles, using autoclave curing and vacuum bagging to meet demanding standards.

You will work with engineers and designers, maintain meticulous records, and stay current with advances in composite materials. This full‑time role requires long hours during race weekends and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in composite materials preferred.
• At least five years of experience working with composite materials, with a track record in racing or high-performance automotive environments.
• Strong knowledge of composite materials and fabrication processes, including autoclave curing and vacuum bagging.
• Excellent attention to detail with focus on high-quality work and minimal errors/defects.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment; willingness to work long/irregular hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Willingness to travel as part of the role if required.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and repair composite parts for racing vehicles, including body panels, wings, and other components.
• Use autoclave curing and vacuum bagging to produce high-quality composite parts.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to coordinate composite work with other team activities.
• Develop and implement quality control processes to meet performance and reliability standards.
• Maintain accurate records of all composite work, materials used, labor hours, and processes.
• Stay up to date with advances in composite materials and fabrication techniques; recommend improvements.
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment; ensure equipment is maintained and calibrated.
• Represent the team professionally on and off the track.

Skills

Composite materials

Autoclave curing

Vacuum bagging

Education

High school diploma

Job description

AO Racing in the United States is seeking a dedicated Composite Fabrication Technician to fabricate and repair high‑performance parts for racing vehicles, using autoclave curing and vacuum bagging to meet demanding standards.

You will work with engineers and designers, maintain meticulous records, and stay current with advances in composite materials. This full‑time role requires long hours during race weekends and a strong commitment to safety and quality.