Composite Technician

Join Our Growing Team!

We are excited to announce that Vickers Aircraft Company is expanding rapidly, and we are looking for talented and motivated individuals to join our team!

As we continue to grow, we are seeking Production Technicians / Boatbuilders who are eager to make an impact and contribute to our mission. These roles offer an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your skills will be valued and your career can thrive.

What you'll be doing

• Work from engineering drawings, written work instructions and process specifications to assemble structural and precision components in a controlled environment.
• Perform drilling, adhesive bonding, measurement and shimming interfaces to close tolerances.
• Surface prep, using grit blast, hand abrade and power abrasion techniques.
• Prepreg, Infusion and Wet Layup fabrication techniques, including vacuum bag processing, bonding, and oven/autoclave curing.
• Tooling fabrication from various materials such as aluminium, composites, and wood.
• Working with small shop power tools (saws, routers, sanders, and grinders).
• Assembly of composite structures including setup, bonding, and fastener applications.
• Adhering to Quality Assurance as set out in the manual exposition.
• Adhere to all health, safety and environmental regulations to ensure a safe work environment.

What we're looking for

• Basic - Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with the proper usage of mechanics hand tools and power tools.
• Basic - Strong understanding of composites fabrication.
• Planning skills.
• Strong verbal & written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work to changing priorities.
• Decisive and self-starting attitude with energy and motivation to be effective in a very demanding environment.
• Ability to multi task & solve problems using own initiative.
• Take ownership for tasks and events.
• A proven commitment to being part of a team-oriented organisation seeking continuous improvement, in an open and ‘no surprises’ manner in a constantly challenging environment.
• Engaged and Passionate Team Player.