Composite Technician
Position Summary
Perform repairs on composite helicopter blades, including resin application and sanding to achieve a seamless finish.
Principal Responsibilities
- Finish Removal: Remove paint and primer from composite surfaces using pneumatic sanders
- Resin/Bondo Application: Mix and apply resin/body filler (Bondo) to composite materials
- Fabricate materials: Fabricate composite patches to repair surface defects
- Sanding and smoothing: Carefully sand the body filler to achieve a smooth, even surface
- Update Traveler: Record completed work including material used, lot numbers, expiration dates, and any defects found during the process.
- Use PPE: Properly use all safety equipment, such as respirator, dust mask, and all other PPE
Position Requirements
- 1+ years experience working with composite/fiberglass materials
- Must be able to lift objects up to 50lbs individually.
- Must be able to work on your feet all day performing tasks such as bending, stooping, pulling, reaching, and grabbing.
- Must be able to pass a Federal DOT drug and alcohol screen.
Preferred Skills/Experience
- Resin Application
- Composite boat repair
- Experience working with Body Filler (Bondo)
- Drywall Finishing
- Autobody Experience