CareerPlan

Composite Technician, all levels - Evening Shift

Space Structures Complex (SSC)Full-time2026-08-21 → 2026-11-10
Citizens or permanent residents only

Core

Build and assembly of composite components for the Neutron Launch Vehicle structure.

Role type

Senior IC composite technician

Builds

Neutron Launch Vehicle structure components

Domain

Aerospace / Space

Required skills

composite production, mechanical troubleshooting, installation, repair of manufacturing equipment, hand and power tools usage, vacuum bag processing, bonding, oven/autoclave curing, core fitting, thermal protection system refurbishment

Preferred skills

core bond and splicing, aerospace industry experience, prepreg manufacturing knowledge, resin infusion knowledge

Technologies

calipers, micrometers, precision scales, torque wrenches

Responsibilities

Assembly of structures including setup, bonding and fastener applications; Laminate assemblies by determining proper placement of composite materials; Prepare parts for bagging, including placement of bleeders, thermocouples, probes and vacuum connections; Vacuum bag processing, bonding, and oven/autoclave curing; Making basic layouts on parts or assemblies to establish reference points and check dimensions; Fitting of Honeycomb, foam and syntactic core; Fitting and refurbishment of thermal protection systems; Integration of mechanical hardware

Seniority

Technician I to Senior (1-8+ years experience)