Composite Repair Technician; A&P

Composite Repair Technician (A&P)

Apply to join the ICON Aircraft team as a Composite Repair Technician (A&P) in Vacaville, CA. ICON Aircraft is a consumer sport plane manufacturer focused on reinventing personal flight with safe, technologically advanced aircraft.

Full-time

Apply hands‑on layup expertise and composite repair experience to support and enhance the overall ICON assembly process.

Vacaville, CA

Manager, Service and Maintenance

• Perform structural and cosmetic repairs on composite components using proper materials, layup techniques, and curing processes.
• Interpret engineering drawings, repair manuals, and technical instructions to complete assigned work accurately and efficiently.
• Conduct inspections to assess damage, determine appropriate repair methods in coordination with Engineering, and provide feedback or request additional information as needed.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and modify composite tooling and related equipment as needed.
• Execute composite layups using prepreg or dry fabric; perform part preparation, demolding, and vacuum bagging in accordance with drawings and specifications.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and implement lean practices across all layup and bonding processes.
• Carry out composite surface prep including scarfing, sanding, deburring, and grinding; clean parts and tools using appropriate solvents (e.g., acetone) as outlined in work instructions.
• Collaborate with production, R&D, and service teams to support cross‑functional projects as needed.
• Document repair work according to regulatory and company standards, including updating digital or paper logbooks.

• Follow instruction and drawings to produce quality assemblies.
• Composite Bonding team keeps pace with overall assembly, sales and service timelines.
• On schedule to deliver service and sales plans.

• 3‑5 years of experience working with composites / hands‑on composite bonding.
• Strong understanding of composite materials, bonding techniques, and repair procedures.
• Familiarity with vacuum bagging, prepreg, wet layup, and curing methods.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation.

• Experience with in the automotive, light aircraft or recreation (e.g., power boats) industries.
• Mechanical aptitude, competent in the use of hand tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with various departments, including engineering, production, quality, and supply chain.
• Experience with the use of tools and fixtures for assembly of products.
• Ability to work independently while under limited supervision.
• Familiarization with assembly of materials, including metals and carbon fiber composites.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality work.

• A&P or Light Sport Repairman certificate.
• New product introduction experience.
• Composite manufacturing with carbon fiber pre‑impregnated materials.
• Hands‑on manufacturing experience such as machining, welding and composite lay‑up.

• Goal driven, results focused with a strong bias for action and meeting deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Self‑motivated, positive thinker.
• Team oriented with a priority on organizational goals, motivated by accomplishments rather than power.
• Works in an organized manner.
• Ability to grasp issues in a dynamic environment to quickly achieve desired outcomes.
• Highly intelligent, confident, decisive, competitive, energetic, and passionate.

• Must be able to work standing for extended periods of time (6+ hours), work from ladders and stands, lift 40 pounds from floor to chest height, work while positioned on floor / floor creepers.
• Must be able to operate / hold tools for extended periods of time (2+ hours).