Composite-Bonding Technician

Job Description

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• Job PurposeA Composite Bonder performs repairs on parts/components by means of "Wet Layup" and "Prepreg". Some repairs must be facilitated by the use of a clean room and cured by means of an autoclave. Types of Composite bonding methods utilized in repair may consist of: Co-curing, Co-bonding, secondary bonding, metal bonding, with adhesives in liquid form, and film.

• Education & Experience Requirements
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED (must be on resume).
• Must possess a valid driver’s license approved for airline travel, and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.
• Journeyman: A minimum of 0-5 years of experience as a Composite Bonder Technician.
• Master: A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Composite Bonder Technician.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints, SRMs, the Manufacturer’s Maintenance Manual, and other documents.
• Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak the English language.
• Must be able to work with a team and be a team player.
• Must be self-motivated and perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be proficient in using close-tolerance measuring tools.

• Essential Job Duties
• Perform bonding of metallic and nonmetallic materials (such as graphite, fiberglass, plastic, boron, epoxy resins, rubber, etc.) to fabricate parts, components, and assemblies for aircraft applications.
• Utilize various composite bonding methods, including co-curing, co-bonding, secondary bonding, and metal bonding with liquid and film adhesives.
• Fabricate composite and metal parts into subassemblies for pre-fitting in preparation for bonding/curing in presses, ovens, and autoclaves.
• Lay out, pre-fit, assemble, and perform lay-up on a variety of metal-to-metal and composite bonded assemblies.
• Fit the core into panels requiring close tolerances for detail installation.
• Perform vacuum bagging for autoclave cures (up to 100 psi).

• Your Sense of Responsibility
• Attend work every day as scheduled; opportunities to work overtime as workflow permits
• Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
• Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.
• Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
• Follow all company and safety rules during the performance of duties.
• Maintain customer-oriented work habits.

• Physical Requirements
• Lifts 50 lbs.
• Routine walking, bending, squatting, or sitting.
• Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.
• Climb ladders and stairs, work in small, restricted areas
• Standing for long periods of time.

• Mental Requirements
• Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.
• Troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.
• Work with others in a professional manner.

• Supervision
• Work under the supervision of the assigned Team Leader.

• Working Conditions
• Work is performed in controlled environments in industrial warehouses
• Multiple Departments to include: Teardown/Evaluation, Nacelles, Composite

• Equipment Used
• Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic.
• Pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical equipment.