Composite Technician II

Composite Technician II

LOCATION: DC Metro Area/West Bethesda, Maryland

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: Secret

CERTIFICATION: see requirements below

TRAVEL: As needed

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Composite Technician II located at the NSWC Carderock Facilities in West Bethesda, MD. Astrion has worked extensively with the team at NSWC Carderock where it has earned a reputation for on-time delivery of high-quality products tailored to the needs of its clients.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• A high school diploma or GED.
• an American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) Composite Boat Builder certification, or

at least two years of demonstrated experience with hand lamination, vacuum assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM), pre-preg lamination in an industrial environment.

• Experience planning, preparing, and executing composite manufacturing or repair projects with a team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Five (5) years of demonstrated experience performing laminations in a boatyard or shipyard environment; five (5) years of demonstrated experience assembling or repairing composite hulls, bulkheads, or components using adhesive bonding and mechanical fastening; and/or five (5) years of demonstrated experience fabrication and repair of cored composite components.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare molds by inspecting, cleaning, and applying wax or other release agents.
• Select, measure, and cut fiberglass mat, cloth, and other composite materials according to specifications.
• Mix resins and catalysts in proper ratios and apply them to the fiberglass layers on a mold.
• Use rollers, squeegees, or hands to work the saturated mat and cloth into the mold, ensuring the removal of all air bubbles and wrinkles.
• Spray chopped fiberglass and resin into molds using pneumatic chop guns.
• Utilize advanced composite techniques like vacuum bagging and resin infusion when required.
• Bond wood or composite reinforcing strips to the hull and deck structures.
• Install stringers and flooring within the hull.
• Conduct minor cosmetic and structural fiberglass repairs.
• Measure completed parts with rulers and micrometers to ensure they conform to quality specifications.
• Read and interpret technical documents like blueprints, work orders, and production drawings.
• Work collaboratively with other builders, assemblers, and supervisors.
• Follow all company safety procedures, including proper use of respirators, gloves, and other personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Some travel may be required.
• Ad-hoc support as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish, and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, and Huntsville, AL with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

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