Composite Technician at HEICO in Vista, California

Job Description:

Full-Time
Experienced Non-Manager

Position Summary: The Technician in the Lamination department is responsible for performing all tasks involved in the fabrication of the company's composite parts. The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prep and maintain tools in accordance with specified guidelines and procedures
• Accurately follow work instructions
• Perform Composite layup such as: Carbon Pre-Preg, Carbon Fibers, Kevlar layup, Fiberglass and Hand Layup
• Trim excess materials from molds, using hand shears or trimming knives
• Perform part build-up free from wrinkles, air pockets, and voids
• Check completed products for conformance to specifications and for defects by checking them visually
• Understands & completes internal & customer required layup documents.
• Records information on appropriate production records, logs and other report forms.
• Performs re-work as required.
• Cleans and reseals tools using the appropriate release systems
• Be aware of FOD & Tool control at all times
• Continuously demonstrate 5S Application
• Adheres to the highest practicable safety and housekeeping standards.
• Repairs defective products rejected by inspection or test personnel.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.


• Previous composite experience required.


• Strong organizational skills.


• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.


• Must be able to verbally communicate, read and comprehend written and verbal instructions in English.


• Must be familiar with blueprints and other similar drawings and documents


• Capable of doing simple mathematical calculations


• Familiar with a variety of machinist hand tools and measuring instruments.


• Must be able to work in a loud environment; work extended hours as required; and be able to lift assemblies weighing up to 50 lbs.


• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and the management team.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may have to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds at times. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee must regularly possess manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accurately. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

This position falls under the International Traffic in Arm Regulation (ITAR). This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Company will require proof of status prior to employment.