Aerospace Composite Technician

GSE Dynamics, Inc., a full-service engineering and manufacturing company located in Hauppauge, NY is seeking an experienced Aerospace Composite Technician

Responsibilities include:

– Mold preparation and repair including the application of mold releases

– Mixing and application of adhesives sealants and potting compounds

– Trim and machine core materials

– Layout and trim of finished parts

– Install and leak test of vacuum bag assemblies

– Setup oven and autoclave for cure cycles in accordance with instructions

– Basic machining of tooling and detail parts

– Finishing and application of paints to finished parts (details and assemblies)

– Perform vacuum bagging and related processes for fabrication and curing composite parts

– Perform structural bonding operations using film adhesives, core materials, and foaming        adhesives.

– Utilize clean room process to maintain the integrity of new parts.

– Document materials utilized in creating parts for traceability purposes.

Qualifications:

– General knowledge of practices and procedures used to fabricate composite and metal bonded   structures.

– Ability to work with limited supervision

– Ability to read and correctly interpret blueprints and schematics is a must.

– Ability to use precision instruments such as calipers and micrometers in order to trim or drill parts.

– Ability to calculate proper proportions of resins and catalysts as required by specifications.

– Ability to lift heavy materials up to 50 lbs.

Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizen.
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Minimum 1 year experience in laminating and/or fabricating.

Job Type: Full-time

FLSA Classification:  Non-exempt

Benefits include: Paid Time Off, Medical Insurance, Dental Benefit, Life Insurance, 401k with company match.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Please contact: Careers@GSEDynamics.com