Composite Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Shape the Future of Flight: Join a Leading Aviation Team as a Composite Mechanic!

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in the aviation industry to find skilled and motivated Composite Mechanics who are ready to make an impact. If you have experience in composites, manufacturing, or aerospace production—or you're an eager professional looking to grow your expertise—this is an exciting opportunity to help build the aircraft of tomorrow.

Position: Composite Mechanic
Location: Wichita, KS
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant-Long term or Temp to Perm possibility
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Pay Rate: $44.77 per hour

Make Your Mark in Aerospace Manufacturing

As a Composite Mechanic, you'll play a vital role in the fabrication, assembly, finishing, and inspection of advanced composite and metal aircraft components. Working alongside a highly skilled team, you'll help ensure every part meets the rigorous quality and safety standards that keep the aviation industry moving forward.

Your craftsmanship, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence will directly contribute to delivering innovative aerospace products to customers around the globe.

What You'll Do

In this hands-on manufacturing role, you will:

• Fabricate, assemble, form, finish, and inspect structural and non-structural composite and metal components.

• Utilize optical and hard lay-up tools in composite and metal assembly operations.

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, work orders, process documents, charts, and specifications.

• Use precision measuring instruments and shop mathematics to complete assignments accurately.

• Verify completed work meets engineering, process, and quality requirements.

• Prepare tools, details, and assemblies for bonding and painting using approved solvents and cleaning solutions.

• Perform basic preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment.

• Support product flow through the manufacturing process by moving materials and completing production transactions.

• Cross-train in inspection functions and work toward SIA qualification.

• Assist in training and supporting team members across multiple skill levels.

Composite-Specific Responsibilities

• Apply and test vacuum and pressure bag systems for leaks.

• Cut composite fabrics and materials using hand tools and automated cutting equipment.

• Perform hand and machine finishing to precise tolerances.

• Drill, saw, file, sand, trim, patch, fit, build up, and rivet components.

• Sand and polish molds and bond assembly tools for smooth surface finishes.

• Load, unload, and operate curing ovens.

• Apply parting agents to molds and tooling.

• Mix and apply bonding adhesives using a variety of application methods.

• Perform spray and brush priming operations.

What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in composite manufacturing, aerospace production, assembly, fabrication, or a related field.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.

• Experience working with precision measuring tools and manufacturing equipment.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented production environment.

Also Considered

The hiring manager will consider candidates with 3-4 years of experience who demonstrate:

• A strong work ethic

• A willingness to learn

• Mechanical aptitude

• Dependability and a positive attitude

• A desire to build a long-term career in aerospace manufacturing

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace manufacturing experience.

• Composite lay-up, bonding, vacuum bagging, or curing experience.

• Experience using precision measuring instruments.

• Previous exposure to inspection processes and quality standards.

• Familiarity with continuous improvement and team-based manufacturing environments.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we're dedicated to connecting talented professionals with industry-leading organizations where they can grow, contribute, and succeed.

When you join this aviation team, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay of $44.77 per hour

• Monday-Friday schedule supporting work-life balance

• Opportunity to work with an established leader in the aviation industry

• A collaborative culture built on teamwork, quality, and innovation

• Exposure to advanced aerospace manufacturing technologies

• Continuous learning and skill development opportunities

• The satisfaction of contributing to products that help connect the world

This is more than a manufacturing position—it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger and help shape the future of aerospace.

Ready for Takeoff?

If you're a skilled Composite Mechanic—or an ambitious manufacturing professional eager to grow your career in aviation—we want to hear from you.

Apply today and bring your talent, precision, and passion to a team that's building the future of flight.

Pay Details: $44.77 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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