Senior Composite Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Composite Technician (10+ Years Experience)

Location: Perkasie, PA Company: Carson Helicopters, Inc.

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Composite Technician with a minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience to support advanced composite manufacturing and prototyping efforts. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, engineering-driven environment and has deep expertise in both wet layup and prepreg composite processes. Experience in regulated industries such as aerospace or aviation is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute composite fabrication processes including wet layup, vacuum bagging, and prepreg layups
• Interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and laminate schedules
• Support prototype development, tooling, and first article builds
• Perform trimming, bonding, and finishing operations to tight tolerances
• Assist engineering teams in process development and optimization
• Maintain quality standards consistent with regulated industry requirements
• Document work and ensure traceability where required

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in composite fabrication
• Strong experience with both wet layup and prepreg systems
• Demonstrated experience in prototyping or low-rate initial production environments
• Ability to work from technical drawings and specifications
• Proficiency with vacuum bagging techniques and curing processes (oven/autoclave preferred)
• High attention to detail and workmanship standards

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in aerospace, aviation, or other regulated industries (FAA, ISO, etc.)
• Familiarity with structural composite repairs and inspection techniques
• Experience working with large or complex composite structures
• Knowledge of material systems (epoxies, resins, core materials such as foam/honeycomb)
• Experience with tooling fabrication and mold making

Work Environment:

• Hands-on manufacturing environment with advanced composite materials and processes
• Collaboration with engineering and production teams on cutting-edge projects

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for growth within a specialized aerospace manufacturing environment

How to Apply: Please submit your resume along with a brief summary of your relevant experience in composite fabrication and prototyping.