Lead Composite Layup Technician at Advanced Cooling Technologies Inc

Anaheim, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Composite Layup, Hand Layup, Prepregs, Adhesives, Vacuum Bagging, Debulking, Ply Books, Engineering Drawings, Material Placement, Fiber Orientation, Lamination Techniques, Quality Documentation, Leadership, Troubleshooting, Training, Workflow Monitoring

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Description Who We Are Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc. (ACT) is a leading provider of thermal management solutions and engineered structures serving Defense, Aerospace, HVAC, Power Electronics, and Medical markets. Recognized as a “Best Place to Work,” ACT supports customers including Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Boeing, NASA, DOD, and DOE. Job Summary The Lead Composite Layup Technician is responsible for fabricating composite parts through accurate placement, orientation, and bonding of materials into molds or tooling in accordance with engineering drawings, ply books, work instructions, and quality requirements. In addition to pre-cure manufacturing activities, this role provides leadership to assigned technicians to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. Key Responsibilities Technical Perform hand layup of composite materials, including prepregs, fabrics, adhesives, and films Cut, kit, and stage materials per job requirements Follow ply books, travelers, engineering drawings, and work instructions Ensure proper fiber orientation, ply sequence, material placement, and part configuration Apply resins, adhesives, and bonding films as required Perform vacuum bagging, debulking, and preparation for curing processes Maintain material handling controls, including freezer life, out-time tracking, and cleanliness requirements Inspect work for conformity to specifications prior to cure Complete required manufacturing and quality documentation Adhere to safety, environmental, and quality system requirements Support rework and continuous improvement activities Leadership Provide daily direction and task assignments Serve as the technical resource for troubleshooting layup and lamination issues Train and mentor technicians on proper techniques, safety practices, and quality standards Monitor workflow to ensure schedule adherence and efficiency Coordinate with production supervisors, engineering, and quality to resolve issues Promote a safe, organized, and compliant work environment Provide input on performance feedback and serve as acting supervisor when required Requirements Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, ply books, and work instructions Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity Understanding of composite materials, fiber orientation, and lamination techniques preferred Ability to work in controlled environments, including PPE requirements Basic math and measurement skills Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent required Prior experience in composite layup, aerospace manufacturing, or related field preferred On-the-job training may be provided for entry-level candidates ACT offers competitive pay, excellent benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, company-paid life & disability insurance, 401(k) match, and profit-sharing), and a supportive team environment. ACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. ACT participates in E-Verify. California Applicants: ACT collects personal information for hiring purposes. California residents may have rights under the CCPA/CPRA. Contact HR at barbara.rockwell@1-act.com.

Responsibilities

The Lead Composite Layup Technician fabricates composite parts by accurately placing and bonding materials into molds following engineering specifications and provides leadership to technicians for safe, efficient, and high-quality production. Key duties include performing hand layup, applying resins, managing vacuum bagging, and completing all required manufacturing and quality documentation.