Composite Technician (Contract)

Who are Answer Engineering and Re:Build Manufacturing

Answer Engineering a Re:Build Manufacturing company is an exceptional engineering firm providing aerospace design and analysis services to companies around the world. The team tackles challenging engineering problems ranging from electric vertical take-off platforms (EVTOL) to space tourism. To meet the demands of our customers Answer Engineering is embarking on building a first-class support organization to ensure the engineering team can remain focused on engineering challenges. Answer Engineering is a casual work environment where discussions take place in the open events are frequent including company BBQs and ski trips and our office remains stocked with a variety of snacks and beverage options. Answer Engineering reinforces the value of having a diverse workforce and promotes equity and inclusion for all employees.

Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses combining enabling technologies operational superiority and strategic M&A to build Americas next generation industrial company. At Re:Build we deploy deep expertise in engineering operations management and technology to supercharge the performance of our member companies. We leverage deep professional expertise and a candid principled operating culture to drive differentiated outcomes. Ours is a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged to pursue their fullest potential.

Re:Build was founded to pioneer a profitable model for the revitalization of US manufacturing. Weve assembled a powerful set of complimentary capabilities and lines of business that enable us to pursue a wide range of end markets. Our acquired businesses are grounded in build-to-print and by-the-hour engineering and design services and were leveraging their combined expertise to migrate to increasingly sophisticated program development and production as well as the generation of our own products. Our unique set of capabilities lend themselves to highly complex systems and products and we offer customers a range of services including product and systems design automation fabrication assembly and large volume contract manufacturing. Our customers span a wide array of industries including aerospace defense mobility healthcare pharma biotech clean tech chemicals energy lifestyle food production and industrial equipment.

Who are we looking for

We are looking for a Composite Tech to join our growing team!This is a 9-month contract position with the possibility of extension based on project needs and performance.You will be responsible for the creation installation and maintenance of prototype composite components. You will also be required to provide upkeep to the composite shop while assisting engineers and shop employees in various tasks including: maintenance general fabrication testing inspection assembly and other shop related activities.

What you get to do!

• Create prototype aerospace parts for testing proof of concept and display
• Work from solid models engineering drawings written work instructions and process specifications to build and assemble mechanical components
• Perform prepreg and wet layup fabrication including vacuum bagging bonding and oven/autoclave curing
• Drill torque and install fasteners rivets and adhesives with precision
• Fabricate tooling and molds using materials such as aluminum composites and wood
• Assemble composite structures using RTV/Epoxy bonding shimming and fastening methods
• Apply aerospace finishes primers and coatings to parts and assemblies
• Set up new production work areas including tooling and equipment
• Operate a wide range of calibrated tools precision instruments and metrology systems
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects to enhance shop safety quality and efficiency
• Support first article builds and the transition from development to production
• Troubleshoot and correct defects through rework repair or modification
• Collaborate closely with engineers and shop personnel to solve fabrication and assembly challenges
• Mentor entry-level engineers on composite layup fabrication techniques and best practices

What you will bring to the Team

• Associate degree or equivalent technical training with 12 years of hands-on composite fabrication experience in a production or aerospace environment
• Strong understanding of composite layup techniques adhesive bonding and mechanical assembly processes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints solid models and work instructions including familiarity with GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
• Proficiency usingprecision measuring toolssuch as calipers micrometers and indicators
• Experience with fabrication of tooling molds and fixtures using various materials (aluminum composites wood)
• Working knowledge of metrology systems such as Romer Arm or other CMM tools
• Capable of troubleshooting reworking and improving parts and assemblies to meet quality standards
• Self-motivated and dependable with the ability tomultitask and adaptto changing project priorities
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively across engineering production and quality teams
• Eagerness to continue learning new skills in areas such aselectrical systems welding additive manufacturingandengineering testing
• A continuous improvement mindset focused on safety quality and operational excellence

Pay Range: $27-$40/hour

The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together at all levels of the company!

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

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