Phantom Works Composite Technician

at  Boeing

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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking experienced Composite Technicians in areas such as GFM (Ply cutter), automated fiber placement, composite hand lay-up, autoclave, and paint to join the Phantom Works Operations team working in the Advanced Composite Fabrication Center (ACFC) located in Mesa, AZ.
Phantom Works is an advanced research and development organization responsible for engaging customers through cutting-edge visual modeling and simulation; innovating cross-cutting concepts and technologies; prototyping solutions to extend current products and win new programs; and developing new businesses and entering new markets.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• Must have High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
• Must have experience working in Composites Fabrication or Manufacturing
• Must have experience interpreting and working from blueprints, sketches and written and verbal instructions, in English
• Must be able to work any shift as needed
• Must have the Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• Have an active Secret Clearance
• Experience with set up and operate of Autoclave
• Experience with set up and operate of GFM (ply cutter)
• Experience with set up and operate of automated fiber placement
• Experience with aerospace or automotive spray painting operations
  At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
  The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
  The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
  Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

• Develops lay-up and assembly set-ups and techniques for the fabrication of composite structural and assemblies.
• Sets up and troubleshoots composite parts for assembly or layup.
• Assembles, lays up, or supports via autoclave, GFM, and other processes the fabrication of parts and components. Identify nonconforming detail parts, assemblies and processes. Work with engineering to improve manufacturing processes.
• Fabricate composite detail parts using various pre-preg composite materials and/or wet layup processes. Locate station lines, index points, and E.O.P lines to establish exact locations of ply installations and components.
• Assemble and install detail composite and metallic components by bonding, sealing, cementing, and riveting to engineering specifications.
• Set up, weigh, mix and apply composite adhesives per engineering and company specifications.
• Prep and apply required release agents to composite prototype and or production tooling per company specifications.
• Working knowledge of composite material bonding best practices, FOD control and prevention.