Composite Technician
Core
Operate precision composite winding and fabrication equipment to produce high-precision carbon fiber components for nuclear fuel production.
Role type
Hands-on IC composite manufacturing technician
Builds
High-precision carbon fiber composite parts for nuclear enrichment systems
Domain
Nuclear energy / Advanced manufacturing
Required skills
Carbon fiber composite fabrication, precision winding, resin system handling, curing cycle management, dimensional tolerance control, preventive maintenance, process documentation, safety protocol adherence
Preferred skills
CNC-controlled composite equipment operation, regulated environment experience (aerospace/defense), pressure vessel winding, composite repair, MES/QMS systems
Technologies
Automated composite winding equipment, curing ovens, autoclaves, precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers)
Responsibilities
Set up and monitor automated composite equipment; Cut and prepare carbon fiber materials; Load mandrels and manage resin bath/wet-out systems; Perform in-process inspections for fiber placement and void content; Operate curing equipment (ovens, autoclaves); Perform basic preventive maintenance; Maintain production records and material traceability logs; Report process deviations and defects; Follow safety protocols for dust, resin, and PPE; Support continuous improvement initiatives (5S, lean manufacturing)
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC