Composites Technician

Composite Technician - Entry Level Aerospace!

Launch Your Career in Aerospace

Pay: $23 to $27 per hour

Location: Mukilteo, WA

Job Description:

We are seeking individuals to support the manufacturing of advanced aerospace components using composite materials such as carbon fiber and prepregs. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for candidates with manufacturing experience or strong mechanical aptitude looking to grow within the aerospace industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform hand layup of composite materials on molds per engineering specifications

• Prepare tools, molds, and surfaces to ensure proper material adhesion and part quality

• Apply prepreg materials with accurate fiber orientation and ply placement

• Set up and execute vacuum bagging processes for curing operations

• Operate ovens and autoclaves in accordance with process and safety requirements

• Trim, drill, and finish parts to meet dimensional and quality standards

• Inspect components for defects and ensure compliance with specifications

• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED

• Experience using hand and power tools, ideally in a manufacturing or technical setting

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and safety procedures

• Comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills (Not Required):

• Experience in manufacturing, construction, or related field

• Familiarity with composite materials or technical documentation

Shift Times:

• 1st Shift: 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday - Thursday

• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM, Monday - Thursday

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mukilteo, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/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 Mukilteo,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.