Aircraft Composite Structures Technician

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 207,000 - 317,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Medical aid

Retirement fund options

Skill development and cross-training

Work on a variety of aircraft types

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Composite Structures Technician for a Kimberley, Northern Cape-based aviation maintenance and repair organization. The role focuses on inspecting, repairing, and fabricating composite structures in accordance with manufacturer specs and regulatory standards.

You will work hands-on across diverse aircraft, applying layup, bonding, vacuum bagging, and surface finishing techniques, while adhering to safety procedures and documenting repairs and materials used.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Aircraft Structures Technician with composite repair focus.
• Able to interpret repair manuals and drawings.
• Experience with carbon fiber, fiberglass and resins.
• Willingness to work in Kimberley, Northern Cape.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections of composite aircraft structures for damage, delamination, and other defects.
• Execute composite repairs according to approved repair schemes and technical data.
• Fabricate composite components and structures as required.
• Prepare surfaces for composite repair, including cleaning, sanding, and layup.
• Apply various composite repair techniques, such as bonding, patching, and vacuum bagging.
• Utilize specialized tools and equipment for composite repair and fabrication.
• Maintain accurate records of all repairs, materials used, and time spent.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company procedures related to composite materials handling and repair.
• Collaborate with engineers and supervisors to resolve complex structural issues.
• Contribute to a safe and efficient work environment.

Skills

Composite repair techniques

Aircraft structures inspection

Reading repair manuals & drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

Trade qualification in aircraft structures or composites

Tools

Ultrasonic inspection equipment

Layup tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established aviation maintenance and repair organization based in Kimberley, Northern Cape , is actively seeking a skilled Aircraft Composite Structures Technician. This role is critical for maintaining the structural integrity of aircraft utilizing advanced composite materials. You will be responsible for the inspection, repair, and fabrication of composite structures, adhering strictly to manufacturer specifications and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, proficient in composite repair techniques, and committed to upholding the highest safety standards in the aviation industry. This is a hands-on role offering the opportunity to work on diverse aircraft and contribute to ensuring airworthiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections of composite aircraft structures for damage, delamination, and other defects.
• Execute composite repairs according to approved repair schemes and technical data.
• Fabricate composite components and structures as required.
• Prepare surfaces for composite repair, including cleaning, sanding, and layup.
• Apply various composite repair techniques, such as bonding, patching, and vacuum bagging.
• Utilize specialized tools and equipment for composite repair and fabrication.
• Maintain accurate records of all repairs, materials used, and time spent.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company procedures related to composite materials handling and repair.
• Collaborate with engineers and supervisors to resolve complex structural issues.
• Contribute to a safe and efficient work environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Aircraft Structures Technician, with a strong focus on composite repair.
• Proficiency in interpreting aircraft structural repair manuals and technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience with various composite materials (e.g., carbon fiber, fiberglass) and resins.
• Skilled in composite repair techniques including layup, bonding, vacuum bagging, and surface finishing.
• Knowledge of composite inspection methods (e.g., visual, ultrasonic).
• Ability to work meticulously and follow detailed procedures.
• Strong understanding of aviation safety standards.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A relevant trade qualification or certification in aircraft structures or composites is highly preferred.
• Must be willing to work in Kimberley, Northern Cape .

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Opportunities for skill development and cross-training in other structures disciplines.
• Work on a variety of aircraft types.