Composite Technician, MFG
Job ID - 09-1008634
Mesa, AZ
Boeing

Position Description
Develop layup and assembly processes, set-ups and use manual techniques for the fabrication of composite structural assemblies. Set up and troubleshoot composite parts for fabrication, assembly or layup. Assemble or layup parts and components. Assemble and repair simple to complex composite parts and components within quality and time standards, and perform metallic and nonmetallic sub/assembly. Identify nonconforming detail parts, assemblies and processes. Read and interpret drawings, plans, process specifications, and other documents to understand tooling, materials, sequence of operations, techniques, and other factors required for fabrication. May provide technical leadership; demonstrate and explain production operations; lead teams on assignments; check quality and quantity of work; troubleshoot fabrication problems and recommend solutions. Follow-up with Production Control to ensure resources are available. Ensure all assemblies and detail parts are free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and nonconformance issues. Check units for compliance using hand held precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, height gages and scales. Report all nonconformances to manufacturing supervision or corrective action representative. Prepare rejection tags noting deviations from specifications on dimensions, finishes, material, quality or processes. Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions to safety officials or manufacturing supervision. Report job status and restraints to coworkers and supervision. Identify production inefficiencies and suggest potential improvements to product or process.

Competencies
Must be knowledgeable of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo (uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods), particularly resins and adhesives; and skilled in the use of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of composite parts and assemblies. Must be able to interpret blueprints, sketches and written and verbal instructions; apply shop math; and use computer systems for office and shop applications. Skilled in listening and interpersonal participation, and able to work with others as part of a team which includes giving and receiving feedback, and assisting others in completion of tasks. Requires completing and maintaining all required certifications and training.

Typical Education/Experience
Prefer minimum 2 years composite fabrication experience; and Electro Static Discharge (ESD) level 1/2 certification.

Other Job related information
Requires a good working understanding of mixing resins; working with film adhesives; and vacuum bagging parts for high temperature autoclave and oven cures. Prefer knowledge of lean principles.

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