Hiring : Composite Technician I - Poway, CA -
?$21.64-$22.64/hr - 1st Shift (5:30am - 2:30pm)
Job Description
Under supervision, the Composite Technician Assembler is responsible for fabricating, assembling, and repairing advanced composite structures using materials such as carbon fiber, Kevlar, and fiberglass. This role involves reading and interpreting blueprints, preparing molds, and performing material lay-up, curing, and finishing processes. The technician assembles components by trimming, drilling, bonding, and fastening parts to meet precise engineering specifications. They ensure quality through detailed inspections and collaborate with other teams to resolve assembly challenges. Maintaining a safe and organized work environment is essential, as is adherence to safety procedures and documentation requirements. This position requires strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and experience with composite materials or aerospace components.
Responsibilities
Precisely align and fit composite parts and subassemblies according to engineering drawings and specifications, ensuring proper orientation and fit between components.
Apply structural adhesives, sealants, and bonding agents to join composite components. Use proper techniques to ensure strong, durable bonds and prevent contamination.
Install fasteners such as rivets, bolts, and screws using hand and power tools. Verify torque values and fastener placement according to specifications.
Assemble complex structures by integrating hardware (inserts, bushings, brackets) and mating composite parts with metallic or non-metallic elements.
Prepare bonding surfaces by sanding, cleaning, and treating as required to ensure optimal adhesion and structural integrity.
Set up and use assembly jigs, fixtures, and templates to maintain dimensional accuracy and repeatability during assembly processes.
Perform basic functional checks (fit, movement, alignment) and preliminary inspections to verify assembly quality before final inspection.
Record assembly steps, process parameters, and any deviations from standard procedures. Communicate findings and issues to supervisors or engineering teams.
Work closely with engineering, quality, and fabrication teams to resolve assembly challenges and improve processes.
Assist in the preparation of molds and forms.
Mark and cut tape, woven material, honeycomb, adhesive, and similar materials following templates, guides, or specific dimensions and sequences.
Route, drill, trim, and sand to blueprint dimensions and tolerances.
Maintain records as required.
Support quality process by maintaining work area in an orderly condition.
Observe all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted.
Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
Essential Skills
Experience with composites, manufacturing, layup, lamination, and blueprints.
Familiarity with vacuum bagging, aerospace, autoclave, fabrication, prepreg, and carbon fiber.
Strong work ethic and work stability.
Ability to verbally communicate, read, and comprehend written and verbal instructions, detailed blueprints, and other similar authorized documents.
Capability in performing simple mathematical calculations.
Proficiency in using hand tools such as rollers, paper cutters, scissors, x-acto knives, electric heat guns, and fixtures like molds and mandrels.
Ability to use measuring instruments such as scales, protractors, and calipers.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
May require respirator certification.
Ability to work in a loud environment.
Capability to work extended hours as required.
Ability to lift assemblies weighing up to 50 lbs.
Why Work Here?
Join a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. Be part of a dynamic team where innovation and excellence are at the forefront, and where your contributions are valued in a collaborative environment.
Work Environment
The work environment involves working in a loud environment with the possibility of extended hours. The position requires lifting assemblies weighing up to 50 lbs. It is essential to observe all applicable laws and regulations while maintaining a safe and organized work area.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.64 - $22.64/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
