Composites Structure Technician, 2nd Shift

From Engine Bay to Payload, we protect vital structures and systems.

Hera Technologies is a premier contract manufacturer specializing in high-precision metallic and non-metallic solutions for the Aerospace, Defense, Space, and Commercial Airline sectors. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has positioned us as an industry leader in the design, manufacturing and maintenance of thermal support systems. Our team is driven by excellence, integrity, and a passion for advancing aerospace technology.

Take the next step in your career with a company committed to excellence, where your contributions are recognized, and your potential is realized.

Job Summary: Hera Technologies, LLC (the "Company") is seeking a highly motivated Processing Technician to join its team working in a hands-on, collaborative environment. The individual will perform the responsibilities listed below and other duties as required by the Company. The successful candidate must be familiar with a manufacturing environment, a self-starter who pays attention to detail and accuracy and take responsibility for their work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and comprehend written and verbal instructions, detailed blueprints and other similar authorized drawings and documents, and be capable of doing basic mathematical calculations.

• Cut and trim composite parts to close tolerances per instructions using hand tools such as hand router, hand drill, hand sander and inspection equipment.

• Structural bonding and fastening of composite assemblies, including surface preparation for bonding.

• Understand and execute work orders in a timely and professional manner.

• Maintain clean, organized work areas and securely stores equipment and supplies.

• Inspect work for the highest quality.

• Maintain strict attention to detail when working at customer's property.

• Follows all safety policies and procedures.

• Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards.

• Be able to read and understand shop travelers.

• Support 5-S and adhere to health, safety, and environmental company guidelines.

• Perform cross-functional operations.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of composite experience.

• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English

• Experience with structural bonding and fastening of composite assemblies, including surface preparation for bonding TPS.

• Experience with hand lay-up of prepreg materials (Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Phenolic, honeycomb core and Rohacell foam)

• Laser projection experience.

• Must be able to work in control ventilated environments with mask and protection gear.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Exceptional customer service skills.

• Highly organized and self-motivated.

• Knowledge of basic prep and keeping a clean job site.

• Quality conscious and detail oriented.

• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English.

• Ability to learn to perform cross-functional operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Autoclave operation experience preferred.

Work environment:

• Employee spends most of the day on their feet and must follow strict safety rules. They wear safety glasses to protect their eyes from airborne debris. Loud noise from machinery requires use of hearing protectors. They wear hard toe shoes or boots to protect their feet from potentially dropped objects.

• It is a professional work atmosphere, everyone from top managers to employees holds themselves accountable to their actions.

• It is a workplace environment where people are respectful, competent, and work together to meet their expectations.

• It is an open work culture in which no one feels excluded in whatever is going on

$25 - $30 an hour

FLSA Classification: Hourly non-exempt

Type: Full-time

Reports to: Director of Operations

Schedule: 2:00 to 10:30 pm, Monday to Friday with OT as needed

Location: 100% onsite at 350 Imperial Blvd. Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Total compensation will also include a comprehensive set of benefits including but not limited to: Company paid employee medical, dental and vision insurance. Retirement plan participation (eligibility required), paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

EXPORT CONTROL REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to US Government export regulations, the applicant must be a (i) US Citizen, (ii) lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (aka green card holder), (iii) protected individual as defined by U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or (iv) eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Canopy A&D is an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment with Canopy A&D is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.