Composite Technician - Fabrication/Assembly - AAA USA
Savannah, GA 31401
About the Job
What we offer:
- Paid Travel and lodging assistance available
- Long and Short-Term Contracts
- Immediate placement
- PTO
- 6 Paid HolidaysÂ
- Health Benefit
Description:
- Composite Panel Fabrication: Assemble composite panels and spars, ensuring alignment with engineering drawings and work instructions.
- Spar & Panel Assembly: Position and secure composite materials to fabricate spar structures, ribs, and skins for sub-assembly components.
- Trimming & Fitting: Cut, trim, and fit composite panels and pieces to exact dimensions, ensuring precision in sub-assembly.
- Bonding & Adhesives: Apply bonding agents, resins, and adhesives to join composite materials, ensuring a high-quality finish.
- Tooling & Jig Setup: Use jigs, molds, and fixtures for precision assembly and component alignment.
- Quality Control: Perform inspections during and after assembly, verifying dimensions, tolerances, and material quality.
- Collaboration: Liaise with engineers, quality teams, and production managers to meet project deadlines and quality standards.
- Lean Manufacturing: Participate in continuous improvement activities, focusing on optimizing assembly processes and reducing waste.
Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a composite technician or in a related aerospace assembly role, focusing on panel and spar fabrication.
- Experience with composite materials, particularly in a sub-assembly environment.
- Prior experience working on Airbus programs or under Airbus specifications is a plus.
Technical Skills:
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and manufacturing specifications.
- Proficient in using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
- Familiarity with composite fabrication processes, including bonding, cutting, trimming, and fitting.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive tasks.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment while adhering to safety standards.
- Ability to stand, bend, and handle materials throughout the shift.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Airbus projects and knowledge of Airbus-specific manufacturing practices.
- Familiarity with Continuous Improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.
- Hands-on experience in the assembly of complex composite components, such as spars and panels.
- Knowledge of NDI (Non-Destructive Inspection) is beneficial.
Education:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Technical or vocational training in composites technology, aerospace manufacturing, or a related field is preferred.
About AAA USA:
AAA USA is an in-situ manufacturing company that offers specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services related to industrialization, production and supplier monitoring processes in the Aerospace and Transportation sector.With over 1,000 employees, AAA USA draws its strength from the AAA European Group, a major player in the industry for 25 years. The Group generates more than 350 million dollars of annual revenue and employs over 3,500 people throughout the world. Supported by the international expertise of the AAA Group, we offer our customers the benefit of a proven approach to deliver a high-quality finished product. Our In-situ approach that focuses on productivity, on-time delivery, quality and efficiency has given us a leading position at our clients’ facilities and operations.