Senior Technician - Composite Prepreg

Senior Technician – Composite PrepregsCambium is a global company building the advanced materials base for reindustrialization — from AI-driven molecular design to agile domestic manufacturing. Defense, aerospace, and other high-performance applications demand materials that are stronger, lighter, and more resilient, delivered at unprecedented speed and scale. Our team of world-class scientists and engineers was assembled specifically to take on those challenges. Whether enabling hypersonic flight or protecting critical systems, our solutions solve mission-critical problems and push the limits of what's possible. Come join us and revolutionize advanced materials for defense, aerospace, and beyond.Cambium is seeking a Senior Technician to lead operation of our 12" wide pilot prepreg line. You will serve as the lead technician within a small team, ensuring the equipment runs properly and that resin mixing and prepregging are completed on time and to specification for both internal development programs and external customers. This is a hands-on role, not a people-management position; you will set the daily pace on the line, train and guide teammates, and work closely with engineers to scale new materials. As Cambium experiences rapid growth, the responsibilities of this role are expected to evolve.Key ResponsibilitiesLead day-to-day operation of Cambium's 12" wide pilot prepreg line, including setup, threading, web tension, coating/nip gap, line speed, and temperature controlAct as a lead for a small team of technicians, assigning daily tasks, providing hands-on training, and serving as the first point of contact for line questionsOversee resin mixing and staging, including weighing, batching, viscosity checks, and pot-life management, to keep the line supplied and on scheduleEnsure prepreg meets specification for resin content, areal weight, tack, and volatile content, and perform or coordinate in-process and final quality checksPlan and execute production runs to meet delivery schedules for internal development programs and external customers, and communicate status and risks to engineeringMaintain accurate batch records, run logs, material traceability, roll labeling, and freezer inventory, including out-time trackingPerform and schedule preventive maintenance on the prepreg line and mixing equipment, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate repairs to minimize downtimeProvide feedback to improve standard operating procedures, work instructions, and training materials for prepreg and mixing operationsPartner with engineers on new resin and fiber trials, process development, and scale-up activitiesFollow all safety protocols, model safe behavior for the team, and contribute to our culture of safetyCreate and contribute to the product demonstration and engineering teams in a manner consistent with Cambium's mission and values and the growth of Cambium's businessKey RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalency certificate5+ years of hands-on experience operating hot-melt or solvent prepreg, filming, or similar web-handling/coating equipmentExperience mixing and handling thermoset resin systems (e.g., epoxy, BMI, phenolic, cyanate ester)Demonstrated experience leading or training other technicians on the shop floorWorking knowledge of prepreg quality checks such as resin content, areal weight, and tackStrong record keeping and attention to detail, including traceability and batch documentationMechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issuesAbility to manage multiple priorities and complete work on scheduleStrong communication skills and team-oriented mindsetDue to the nature of the work, you must have US citizenshipThis is an active manufacturing position. Employees must be able to stand and walk for most of the shift; bend, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive tasks; and lift or move up to 50 pounds.Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience at an aerospace/defense manufacturer or materials supplierExperience with impregnating unidirectional fabricsExperience with high shear mixing equipment and hot mixing operationsBenefitsCambium offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits plan. This includes excellent medical/dental/vision benefits, and a matching 401(k) plan, professional development reimbursement, and an opportunity for equity for most full-time positions