Composite Technician - 2nd Shift Only
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Huntersville, NC
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Category
- Operations
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 2–5 years of composite manufacturing experience or equivalent.
- Experience with vacuum bagging and composite layup techniques.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing instructions.
- Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Nice to have
- Aerospace, defense, or space industry experience.
- Experience with autoclave or hydroclave processing.
- Knowledge of AS9100 quality systems.
- Experience with adhesive bonding and composite assembly.
- Familiarity with composite trimming, drilling, and finishing operations.
- Experience working with carbon fiber, fiberglass, honeycomb core, and aerospace-grade prepreg materials.
- Forklift and overhead crane experience.
Full description
Aerospace Composite Technician - 2nd Shift OnlyLocation: Huntersville, NCDepartment: Operations / ManufacturingReports To: Composites Fabrication & Assembly Operations Manager Company Description
JGA Space & Defense is a leading manufacturer of advanced composites and precision machined components for aerospace, space, and defense industries. Founded as Joe Gibbs Manufacturing Solutions, JGA evolved from high-performance racing to provide mission-critical solutions for national security and space exploration. With decades of expertise in solid rocket motor hardware such as rocket nozzle insulators and assemblies, the company is dedicated to advancing the U.S. defense supply chain. Operating from its Huntersville, North Carolina facility, JGA supports next-generation technologies for space and defense applications.
JGA Space & Defense is seeking skilled Aerospace Composite Technician professionals to join our growing manufacturing team. We are hiring for second shiftonly opportunities to support current production requirements and future business growth.
We are seeking:
- Composite Technicians – Second (Night) ShiftSecond (Night) Shift
- Schedule: Monday – Thursday
- Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
- Work Schedule: Four (4) 10-hour shifts per week
- Meal Break: Thirty (30) minute unpaid meal break
- Shift Differential: Employees assigned to second shift receive an additional $3.00 per hour above the applicable base hourly rate.
Important: We are specifically seeking candidates who are interested in and available to work the second shift. If you are applying for this second-shift position, please ensure you are able and willing to work the scheduled hours. Candidates selected for second shift will be expected to remain on that shift based on business needs.
Position Summary
The Aerospace Composite Technician is responsible for the fabrication, assembly, processing, and finishing of advanced composite components used in aerospace, space, and defense applications. This role performs composite layup, vacuum bagging, autoclave/hydroclave processing, bonding, machining support, and inspection activities in accordance with engineering specifications, manufacturing work instructions, and AS9100 quality requirements.
The ideal candidate possesses hands-on experience working with aerospace-grade composite materials and demonstrates a strong understanding of composite manufacturing processes, quality standards, and traceability requirements.