Unmanned Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator I-III
Posted: 16 November, 2021Organization: Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Job Description
SIGN-ON BONUS: $5,000
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
Manufactures products using either wet lamination or pre-preg lamination.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The duties and responsibilities listed below apply to all levels. Each level of has additional duties and responsibilities listed.
Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator All:
• Performs a variety of tasks, which require knowledge of lamination techniques, materials, tools and equipment.
• Interprets and follows manufacturing orders.
• Using pre-preg lamination techniques, cuts cloth and lays up products of varying tolerances.
• Prepares products for vacuum bagging (pre-preg).
• Handles, applies, stores and disposes of composite materials, adhesives, sealants, resins and solvents.
• Inspects finished products for conformance to specifications.
• Completes all required documentation related to assigned job(s).
• Follows FOD (foreign object debris prevention) practices.
• Complies with established safety directives.
• Maintains a clean work area to ensure strict adherence to 5S Standards.
• Complies with established QMS procedures.
Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator I:
Specific duties and responsibilities for this level include
• Working under close supervision
• Math
• Documentation
• Materials Knowledge
• Tooling/Molds
• Equipment
• Process
• Quality
• Safety
Typical qualifications for this level include:
• Math
• Documentation
• Materials Knowledge
• Tooling/Molds
1. Equipment
2. Process
3. Quality
4. Safety
• May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).
Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator II
Typical qualifications for this level include an intermediate level of:
• Basic computer skills with the ability to navigate around files
• Math
• Documentation
• Materials Knowledge
• Tooling/Molds
• Equipment
• Process
• Quality
• Safety
• May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).
Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator III
Typical qualifications for this level include an advanced level of:
• Math
• Documentation
• Materials Knowledge
• Tooling/Molds
• Equipment
• Process
• Quality
• Safety
• May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator I
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing production
• Hands on experience, training, or education in laying up aircraft parts onto hard tooling using pre-preg carbon fiber
• Hands on experience, training, or education in carbon composite bonding techniques
• Hands on experience, training, or education in using epoxies and adhesive type materials to build parts and assemblies
Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator II
• 2 years hands-on experience in composite manufacturing
Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator II:
Specific duties and responsibilities for this level include an intermediate level of
• Working under limited supervision
• May work from verbal directives
• Math
• Documentation
• Materials Knowledge
• Tooling/Molds
• Equipment
• Process
• Quality
• Safety
Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator III:
Specific duties and responsibilities for this level include an advanced level of
• Working under minimal supervision
• Responsible for training entry level employees
• Math
• Documentation
• Materials Knowledge
• Tooling/Molds
• Equipment
• Process
• Quality
• Safety
Non-Essential Job Duties
• Other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
None.
Experience and Skills
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules
• Ability to effectively communicate professionally in writing or verbally with all levels of personnel
• Ability to support a “right-the-first-time” approach that focuses on zero defects.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Each successive level of Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator builds on the identified typical qualifications listed for the previous level(s).
Required Experience:
Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator I
• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to demonstrate accurate basic math skills
• Must be able to demonstrate the accurate use of a tape measure
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical Requirements:
• Standing, walking, lifting, bending, reaching, grasping, stooping, kneeling, climbing
• Occasionally lifts and carries objects weighing up to 25lbs
• May occasionally manipulate materials
• Employee may generate, handle, manage, or work around hazardous materials and hazardous wastes
Working Conditions:
• May work in controlled and non-temperature controlled environments
• Occasional exposure to noise, hazardous materials and chemicals
• May work extended hours or weekends
• Works with a variety of hand tools, power tools and other related equipment
• Works in confined spaces
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
None.
As a federal contractor, and consistent with Executive Order 14042, we will require all newly hired employees in the United States to be fully vaccinated by December 8th 2021 or by your start date if it is after December 8th 2021, subject to approved medical, religious or other accommodation