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Composites Technician (Drones)

FlightWave Aerospace
Carson, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/2/2025

Job Summary

FlightWave, a subsidiary of Red Cat Holdings, is looking to fill a Composites Technician position. We are a dynamic and growing drone technology company focused on the manufacturing of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS drones) for use in defense, public safety, and other government security organizations.

In this role, you will manufacture and test professional UAV systems, with a focus on composites production. Activities will include composites layup, material preparation, bonded structures assembly, and final product assembly. The ideal candidate will have a background in fiberglass and carbon fiber wet layups.

Location Note : The role may start in Santa Monica, but the office is expected to move to the Carson / Long Beach area in Q1 2025.

Key Responsibilities

  • Material preparation : Cutting and preparing composite materials such as fiberglass, carbon fiber, or other reinforcing fabrics.
  • Surface preparation : Cleaning and sanding molds or surfaces to ensure proper adhesion of the composite layers
  • Mold setup : Applying release agents, paint, and other treatments to molds and setting them up according to specifications to ensure proper shaping and curing of the composite.
  • Resin mixing : Mixing resins, hardeners, and other chemicals in precise ratios to create the bonding agents for the composites.
  • Layering materials : Laying up composite materials manually into molds

Qualifications

  • 5 years of experience with wet layup composites.
  • Experience with trimming, finishing, and secondary operation for composites.
  • Experience with HLVP air paint spraying, including prep and cleanup techniques.
  • Experience with tool maintenance and manufacturing workplace organization.
  • Experience with preparing documentation for composites procedures.
  • Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods, as required by the duties and responsibilities.
  • Adeptness in moving around the office, manufacturing facilities, and other workspaces.
  • Additional Information

    Background Check

    This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal and state law.

    EEO and ITAR / EAR Work Authorization Disclosure

    Red Cat Holdings provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology, or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Successful candidates for positions subject to ITAR / EAR restrictions must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence and must not require sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization.

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    The company participate in to ensure eligibility for employment and compliance with rules.

    Job Type : Full-time

    Pay : $28.85 - $31.25 per hour

    Benefits :
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Schedule :

  • Monday to Friday
  • Ability to Relocate :

  • Carson / Long Beach Area, CA : Relocate before starting work (Required)
  • Work Location : In person

    Salary : $29 - $31

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