Description:
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Manufacturing Technician 2 for a contract opportunity in Hanover, MD.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): o High School Diploma or GED required o Minimum 2 years' previous honeycomb panel fabrication or aerospace mechanical assembly experience. o Strong mechanical aptitude to include the ability to read and interpret drawings. o Experience with hand tools and good math/geometry skills. o Candidate must be able to read and follow written manufacturing instructions and technical procedures. o Operate equipment such as hand tools and power machinery for processing metals, composites and wood. o Must work closely with lead technicians and supervisor to meet build requirements and schedules. o Able to work while on cure cart platens as well as above on diving boards for brief periods of time. o Ability to lift up to 50lbs. o Demonstrates high level of concern for safety of self and others. o Willing to work flexible schedules as needed to meet delivery dates. o US Citizenship Required.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs aerospace panel consolidation operations including honeycomb core preparation, film adhesive compaction, foaming/expanding adhesive application, adhesive mixing and bonding, honeycomb core cells adhesive filling, vacuum bagging and compaction. Uses engineering drawings, work instructions, and process specifications to fabricate flight hardware while ensuring dimensional accuracy and workmanship requirements. Supports inspection activities, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement while working closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Program teams.
Responsibilities: Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies. Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments or equipment. Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Works with engineers in conducting experiments.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): o Attention to detail with a focus on quality workmanship. o Computer skills including MS Word and Excel are a plus. o Previous fabrication (honeycomb panel) experience in aerospace manufacturing environment. o Experience preparing/mixing epoxy and silicone adhesives for mechanical and thermal component installation in honeycomb panels. o Experience working with thin metal face sheet material. o Experience handling of hazardous materials in accordance with OSHA and industry standards.
REQUIRED EDUCATION: High School Diploma is required. School must be accredited.
WORK HOURS: 9/80A workweek.
Job Number:
219330
Job Location:
Hanover, MD
Rate:
Up to $31.96 DOE
Duration:
6 months
Input Date:
08/03/2026
Firm Name:
CHIPTON ROSS
Attention:
Brent Sizemore
Address:
420 CULVER BLVD
City, State:
PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone:
310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone:
800/927-9318
Fax Phone:
310/414-7808
Email:bsizemore@chiptonross.com Website:www.chiptonross.com