Composites Technician

Our client has an opportunity for a Composites Technician to join them on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for performing the manufacturing of composites / fibre-based material components and support day to day MAIT activities.
Role:
Composites Technician

Location:
Harwell, Oxfordshire

Hours:
Full Time

Salary:
Discussed on application

• Manufacture fibre-based materials components i.e. Carbon Fibre/ Glass Fibre / Aramid Fibre based components.
• Able to process fibre based materials through material layup, resin impregnation, VARTM or Autoclave based curing methods followed by finishing processes.
• Able to manufacture simple tooling / moulds and patterns using epoxy or foam based materials
• Support in and assembly of R&D and flight hardware.
• Support in the writing of Manufacturing Assembly Procedures (MAPs) and Test Procedures.
• Support in the facility management.
• Support the Project PA Managers in defining/writing qualified MAIT processes when required.
• Adhere to internal processes up to completion of tasks and to help Identify and propose process improvements and if approved support the implementation
• Support customer/internal reviews
• Visit sub-contractors/suppliers when required
• Ability to be flexible in working hours to meet schedules. (i.e., the occasional long day/weekends)
• Strong discipline in engineering knowledge with very strong experience in Assembly of precision components
• Punctuality
• Demonstrable practical experience of composites manufacturing
• Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of MAIT (Manufacturing, Assembly, Integration, Test (functional testing, Electrical bonding/isolation, Vibration, shock, TVAC, kinematic testing of deployable systems)
• Demonstrable experience of using Assembly procedures
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of detailed drawings, surface finishes, tolerances, materials
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software
• Pragmatic and logical approach to problem-solving - ability to find simple solutions to complex problems
• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills and written/verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational, Task management and multi-tasking skills
• Demonstrative ability to work on own initiative
• Apprentice trained (Mechanical) a distinct advantage
• Previous experience of the Space Industry and knowledge of relevant ECSS standards
• Technical knowledge of machine components
• An understanding of aerospace processes and components would be advantageous
• Ability to gain security clearance (be resident in the UK for at least 5 years)