Manufacturing Technician

Eagle Technologies, LLC (Newport News, VA) is actively seeking Manufacturing Technicians for advanced Aerospace Projects. Eagle Technologies designs and manufactures aircraft systems and components for the aerospace industry, with a niche in rotor blade and prop blade development. We are AS9100 Rev D certified in all aspects of our operation, working routinely in both composites and aerospace metals. For more information visit our webpage at www.eagleaviationtech.com

We’re looking for driven individuals passionate about crafting high-quality composite parts to join a dynamic team. Our Manufacturing Technicians manufacture complex composite parts and assemblies while maintaining rigorous compliance to aerospace quality documentation requirements. Qualified candidates will be trained in the art of fabricating complex composite parts. Join a cutting-edge team that excels at achieving a high degree of craftsmanship.

Salary: Starting at $16+/hr based on experience.

Entry level through senior technicians with leadership skills encouraged to apply.

Opportunities for staff leadership positions do exist for qualified individuals.

Job Type: Full-time

Summary of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Construct wet layups and/or pre-pregs using materials like carbon fiber, fiberglass, and Kevlar.
• Apply advanced techniques including compression molds, vacuum bagging, and use of compression bladders.
• Ensure accurate operation of ovens according to the specifications for the materials and bonding agents.
• Assist in the preparation of molds and forms.
• Perform part-fitting operations included but not limited to filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming.
• Bond variety of materials to parts, components, assemblies, equipment, or structures to complete products.
• Installation of different arrays of fasteners, rivets, nutplates, and other hardware components.
• Measure parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions.
• Familiar with mixing resins and epoxies.
• Adhere to established procedures, engineering directives, and other standardized instruction methods.
• Perform a variety of manufacturing activities involved in the preparation and fabrication of composite aerospace parts and assembly operations in both development and production environments.
• Sets up and operates machines to cut, shape, and sand model parts.
• Constructs full-sized and scaled precision models of products.
• Other activities as may be directed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Team Player
• Good Math and Mechanical Aptitude
• High degree of general craftsmanship and good hand skills.
• Proficiency with various shop equipment including cutting/grinding tools, composite curing ovens, autoclave processing, table saw, band saws, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, or engineering drawings.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds required.

Credentials and Experience

• Will work on government contracts.
• HS Degree or equivalent required.
• Composite experience preferred.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Eagle Technologies, LLC offers a full-time position with full benefits, competitive pay and opportunity to grow within a cutting-edge aerospace company.

Eagle Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.