Composite Manufacturing & Repair Technician

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Job Description:

Are you a precision-driven craftsperson with a passion for aerospace-grade materials? We are seeking a Composite Manufacturing & Repair Technician to join our production team in Bingen. In this role, you won’t just be following a script—you’ll be a vital part of the entire lifecycle of a component, from raw material layup to final finish work.

Whether you are performing complex wet layups, executing high-precision repairs to OEM standards, or crafting one-of-a-kind molds for our R&D department, your work will directly impact the quality and safety of our flight structures. If you have a keen eye for detail, a strong background in composite fabrication, and the drive to work in a high-tech manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you.

Meet the Team:

The Airbus Helicopters Flexrotor Program offers one of the most sophisticated small tactical unmanned aerial systems (STUAS) with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). It can be used day or night by US and allied forces for a diverse range of intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance (ISTAR) on land and at sea.

Your Working Environment:

Nestled in the heart of the spectacular Columbia River Gorge in Bingen, WA, our workplace offers innovation and the ability to contribute to game-changing solutions while enjoying the flexibility to spread your wings. Whether it's solving complex challenges, or celebrating victories, you’ll be part of a cohesive crew that thrives on innovation and the beauty that the Northwest has to offer!

How We Care for You:

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)

• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.

• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.

Your Challenges:

• Performs composite manufacture and repair related to molds, wet and prepare layup, re-work/repair of existing structures.

• Perform finish work including sanding and painting.

• Create one of a kind molds and composite components for Research and Development.

• Perform in-depth inspection of outsourced composite components.

• Notifies affected parties when clerical errors are discovered or documentation is incomplete.

• Keeps track of Calibration/Certification dates of equipment and tooling.

Your Boarding Pass:

• Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent

• 2 years experience in composite manufacturing and repair, or similar experience. 

Citizenship:

• This role requires US Person Status under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license).

Physical Requirements:

• Onsite: 100% - Daily except when on travel. 

• Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings daily

• Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in