The Composite Technician will be responsible for creating and modifying composite structures for manned and unmanned aircraft in DZYNE's composite shop. This includes hand lay-up of wet-lay composite materials, cutting and trimming parts, structural bonding, and fastening of composite assemblies. The role requires working closely with a team and following detailed blueprints and instructions.

Responsibilities

Perform hand lay-up of wet-lay composite materials
Must have mechanical assembly experience, exposure to composites work, preparing and using bonding materials
Cutting and trimming of composite parts to close tolerances using hand tools such as hand router, hand drill, hand sander and inspection equipment
Structural bonding and fastening of composite assemblies, including surface preparation for bonding
The ability work closely with others in a team orientated work environment
Must be able to verbally communicate, read and comprehend written and verbal instructions, detailed blueprints and other similar authorized drawings and documents, and be capable of doing basic mathematical calculations
Able to work extended hours as required. Perform other duties as directed by supervision and management for the benefit of the company, program, or employee(s)

Requirements

4-6 Years relative successful work experience
High School Diploma or equivalent.

Nice to have

A & P license or military aircraft experience a plus
Experience with assembly of Aerospace structures including setup, bonding and fastener applications
Laser projection experience is a plus
Familiarity with pneumatic drill motors, 90 degrees drill motor, rivet gun and sets, dye grinders, countersinks, cages and standard hand tools, nut plate installs, Hi-locks, riveting.
Assemble Aircraft components using structural adhesives, rivets and threaded fasteners
Automated ply cutter experience a plus
Knowledge of aircraft hardware and materials and processes Drill, ream, countersink holes in proper sequence and to correct size using hand and self-feed drill motors
Apply sealant, iodine, primer, adhesives and other special finishes
Experience gained through the military or within an aviation manufacturing company is a plus
Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers
Knowledge of Surface prep, using grit blast, hand abrade and power abrasion techniques

Benefits

Our benefits are DZYNE’ed for your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.