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Spirit Defense - Mid-Level Composite Technician

Wichita, KansasFull-time$54k–$83k2026-10-29 → 2026-11-11
No visa sponsorshipCitizens only

Core

Fabricates, assembles, and maintains composite components and systems for defense and space missions using hand lay-up and automation techniques.

Role type

Mid-level composite technician (physical/clinical work)

Builds

Composite panels, components, and systems for defense and space customers

Domain

Aerospace / Defense

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Composite hand lay-up, monolithic and sandwich panel fabrication, equipment calibration, troubleshooting, data reporting, Microsoft Office

Preferred skills

Machine shop equipment operation, FTIR/GDS/GCMS instrumentation, aerospace specifications, overhead crane/forklift operation

Technologies

FTIR, GDS, GCMS, Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Construct and fabricate composite components, operate and maintain related equipment, perform calibration and alignment checks, troubleshoot systems, report test data

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC