Lead Composite Assembly Technician

Who We Are

Advanced Cooling Technologies Inc. (ACT) is a leading provider of thermal management solutions and engineered structures serving Defense Aerospace HVAC Power Electronics and Medical markets. Recognized as a Best Place to Work ACT supports customers including Lockheed Martin Northrop Grumman Boeing NASA DOD and DOE.

Job Summary

The Lead Composite Assembly Technician is responsible for assembling bonding and finishing composite parts and subassemblies in accordance with engineering drawings work instructions and quality addition to hands-on post-cure operationsincluding bonding hardware installation and final assemblythis role provides daily leadership to assigned technicians to ensure safe efficient and high-quality production while supporting workflow coordination training and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Technical

• Assemble bond and finish composite parts and subassemblies
• Perform secondary bonding hardware installation drilling trimming and sanding
• Prepare bonding surfaces and mix/apply structural adhesives per specifications
• Align fit and inspect parts to meet dimensional and tolerance requirements
• Follow assembly drawings travelers and work instructions
• Complete required manufacturing and quality documentation
• Support rework repair and continuous improvement activities
• Adhere to safety environmental and quality system requirements

Leadership

• Provide daily direction and task assignments to composite assembly personnel
• Serve as the primary technical resource for troubleshooting bonding and assembly issues
• Train and mentor technicians on proper techniques safety practices and quality standards
• Monitor workflow to ensure schedule adherence and efficiency
• Coordinate with production supervisors engineering and quality to resolve issues
• Promote a safe organized and compliant work environment
• Provide input on performance feedback and serve as acting supervisor when required

• Ability to read and interpret engineering and assembly drawings
• Familiarity with hand tools measuring equipment and bonding tools
• Understanding of adhesive bonding and surface preparation techniques preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to work safely with chemicals and adhesives
• Effective communication and leadership skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
  

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior experience in composite assembly aerospace manufacturing or mechanical assembly preferred
• On-the-job training may be provided for entry-level candidates

ACT offers competitive pay excellent benefits (medical dental vision paid time off holidays company-paid life & disability insurance 401(k) match and profit-sharing) and a supportive team environment.

ACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic.

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