Build the Future of Flight: Join as a Composite Technician in Aviation Innovation

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in the aviation industry to hire skilled Composite Technicians ready to shape the aircraft of tomorrow. If you’re passionate about precision, advanced materials, and hands-on craftsmanship, this role puts you at the center of high-impact aerospace manufacturing.

Your Role & Impact

As a Composite Technician, you’ll play a critical role in the fabrication and assembly of advanced aircraft components. Your expertise in composites and bonding processes ensures structural integrity, performance, and safety—directly contributing to the production of world-class aircraft.

Position Details

• Job Type: Full-Time | Consultant (6 Months)
  
• Location: Kinston, NC
  
• Pay: Up to $42.47 per hour
  
• Schedule: Must be flexible to work any shift, including overtime and weekends
  

What You’ll Do Day-to-Day

• Lay out, assemble, pre-fit, and bond composite, metal, and laminate structures
  
• Interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and specifications to execute precise fabrication
  
• Cut, shape, sand, and finish materials to exact standards
  
• Operate autoclaves, ovens, and hydraulic presses to complete bonding cycles
  
• Apply sealants and resins to protect materials and ensure durability
  
• Perform rework, repairs, and quality checks following controlled procedures
  
• Use lay-up tools (optical and hard tooling) to fabricate structural components
  
• Measure and verify parts using precision instruments and shop math
  
• Maintain tool and equipment certification and perform basic machine upkeep
  
• Safely handle and move materials within the manufacturing workflow
  
• Support team productivity by assisting and training others as needed
  
• Adhere to strict safety, OSHA, and quality standards (FOD prevention, clean-as-you-go practices)
  

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of aviation production experience or equivalent
  
• Hands-on experience with composite lay-ups, bonding, and assembly processes
  
• Proficiency using tools and precision measuring instruments
  
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and quality standards
  
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and technical documents
  
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
  
• High School Diploma or GED (or WorkKeys Assessment completion)
  
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, overtime, and weekends
  
• Ability to complete required training (Health & Safety, Aircraft Familiarization, Quality)
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of aviation production experience
  
• Training in composite fabrication from a vocational school or prior employer
  
• Experience with SAP and Excel for production tracking and reporting
  
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
  

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’re not just taking a job—you’re advancing your career in an industry that defines innovation.

• Work with a recognized aviation leader on cutting-edge aircraft programs
  
• Earn competitive pay with opportunities for overtime
  
• Gain hands-on experience with advanced composite technologies
  
• Thrive in a precision-driven, safety-first culture
  
• Expand your technical skills and career potential in aerospace manufacturing
  
• Be part of a collaborative environment where your craftsmanship makes a difference
  

Ready to Elevate Your Career? Apply Today

If you’re a detail-oriented technician ready to contribute to world-class aviation manufacturing, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to join PDS Tech Commercial and help build the future of flight—one precision component at a time.

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