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Defense Composite Technician

$45 per hour

Aerotek

Composite Fabricator

Perform composite fabrication for the production of the U.S. military's newest military aircraft. Complete composite layup, vacuum bagging, sanding, and cutting. Utilize various composite fabrication techniques, autoclave, and bagging materials to complete production. Self-inspect components, performing rework when necessary. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements:

  • 2+ years of composite layup experience (aerospace preferred, but not required)
  • Tools are NOT required

Pay: $45/hr

Work Schedule:

  • Must be flexible to work 1st and 2nd shift
  • Must be open to OT, including some mandatory Saturdays

Placement:

  • 12+ month contract, with strong potential for extension
  • We have current contractors that have been out there over 3 years at this point
  • There will be opportunities to go direct if you're interested, normally around the 6-month mark

Job Type & Location

This is a contract position based out of Wichita, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita, KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.

Aerotek
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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