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Composite Technician B
L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. L3Harris is seeking a Composite Manufacturing Technician to work at our state-of-the-art Advanced Manufacturing Facility (AMF) in Huntsville, AL, which will be our inert manufacturing facility for fabrication and assembly of composite rocket motor hardware. Essential Functions:
Produce parts, components and final assemblies using composite fabrication, compression molding, metal fabrication, modification, checkout, re-work, quality testing, and assembly utilizing detailed work instructions, schematics, diagrams, layouts or manufacturing test development or diagnostic equipment. Prepare various components for lay-up, filament winding, cure and post cure using cured and uncured rubber materials and adhesives. Operation of various machinery and shop equipment which may include but not be limited to ovens, autoclaves, manual lathes, CNC lathes, CNC milling centers, manual mills, boring mills, presses, furnaces, mixers, grinders, swages, paint booths, fume hoods and automated welding equipment. Fabrication and assembly of piece parts into completed sub-assembly using assembly tools. Perform vacuum bagging and related processes for fabrication and curing composite parts. Complete structural bonding operations using film adhesives, core materials, and adhesives. Building complex layups individually and in small groups. Insulation of mandrels and composite cases. Cast, cure and machining of sand mandrels. Facilitate and conduct OJT training of technicians as required. Works with management and supervision to meet critical deadlines Development Work:
Produce development hardware to support research and development programs. Troubleshoot processes and identify, modify and/or escalate out of control processes and production escapes. Support:
Coordinate with maintenance, supervision and/or engineers in the set-up and calibration of equipment. Participate in preventative maintenance activities. Clean machines, equipment, and work area according to Standard Operating Procedures Qualifications: High School Diploma, or equivalent, and a minimum of 4 years of prior manufacturing experience; OR 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with 0-2 years of prior manufacturing experience. L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.
L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. L3Harris is seeking a Composite Manufacturing Technician to work at our state-of-the-art Advanced Manufacturing Facility (AMF) in Huntsville, AL, which will be our inert manufacturing facility for fabrication and assembly of composite rocket motor hardware. Essential Functions:
Produce parts, components and final assemblies using composite fabrication, compression molding, metal fabrication, modification, checkout, re-work, quality testing, and assembly utilizing detailed work instructions, schematics, diagrams, layouts or manufacturing test development or diagnostic equipment. Prepare various components for lay-up, filament winding, cure and post cure using cured and uncured rubber materials and adhesives. Operation of various machinery and shop equipment which may include but not be limited to ovens, autoclaves, manual lathes, CNC lathes, CNC milling centers, manual mills, boring mills, presses, furnaces, mixers, grinders, swages, paint booths, fume hoods and automated welding equipment. Fabrication and assembly of piece parts into completed sub-assembly using assembly tools. Perform vacuum bagging and related processes for fabrication and curing composite parts. Complete structural bonding operations using film adhesives, core materials, and adhesives. Building complex layups individually and in small groups. Insulation of mandrels and composite cases. Cast, cure and machining of sand mandrels. Facilitate and conduct OJT training of technicians as required. Works with management and supervision to meet critical deadlines Development Work:
Produce development hardware to support research and development programs. Troubleshoot processes and identify, modify and/or escalate out of control processes and production escapes. Support:
Coordinate with maintenance, supervision and/or engineers in the set-up and calibration of equipment. Participate in preventative maintenance activities. Clean machines, equipment, and work area according to Standard Operating Procedures Qualifications: High School Diploma, or equivalent, and a minimum of 4 years of prior manufacturing experience; OR 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with 0-2 years of prior manufacturing experience. L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.