Senior Composite Technician – Aerospace Structures

Firefly Aerospace; Bertram (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Parental leave

Relocation benefits

Educational reimbursement

Short-term disability

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX is seeking an experienced Composite Technician II to fabricate aerospace-grade composite components for production and development. You will lead complex layups, perform vacuum bagging, and work from engineering drawings with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in composite manufacturing, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to mentor junior technicians while supporting continuous improvement and AS9100 compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of composite manufacturing experience (aerospace preferred).
• Advanced expertise in layup, bonding, and cure processes.
• Demonstrated ability to build flight-critical or high-complexity hardware.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and meticulous craftsmanship.
• Proficient with pneumatic tools, power tools, and precision measurement equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead fabrication of complex aerospace-grade composite structures.
• Execute advanced layups and structural builds with minimal supervision.
• Perform advanced vacuum bagging and cure cycle operations.
• Identify scarf back plies and perform structural repairs.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing discrepancies and support root cause analysis.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Ensure AS9100 material handling compliance.
• Mentor and support development of junior technicians.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality and efficiency.

Skills

Composite layup

Cure processes

Problem solving

Mentorship

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Power tools

Precision measurement

Job description

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX is seeking an experienced Composite Technician II to fabricate aerospace-grade composite components for production and development. You will lead complex layups, perform vacuum bagging, and work from engineering drawings with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in composite manufacturing, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to mentor junior technicians while supporting continuous improvement and AS9100 compliance.