Composite Technician

Title: Composites Technician
Company: Heven AeroTech
Location: Winchester, VA
FLSA: Exempt

About Our Company:
At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we don’t just believe in the power of people—we build our success on it. As a recognized leader in hydrogen-powered drones, we’ve earned recognition for creating a workplace where innovation thrives, collaboration is second nature, and every employee feels valued. Our culture is anchored in trust and a shared commitment to excellence.

We believe great teams are built on individuals who are humble, hungry, and smart—those who put team success first, take initiative to continuously improve, and demonstrate strong interpersonal awareness. At Heven, your voice matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a tangible impact as you grow through hands-on experience and collaboration across the team.

Role Summary:
The Composite Technician performs complex fabrication and assembly of detailed parts, subassemblies, and final airframe assemblies in both manufacturing and production aircraft environments, including adhesive bonded assemblies of metallic and nonmetallic composite materials. 

This role is flexible and may support additional aircraft manufacturing activities as needed, including composite layup, painting, trim and drill, tooling movement, and cross-functional production support to ensure timely delivery. The work is moderately advanced to complex and requires strong craft-level skill and an understanding of aerospace manufacturing principles. 

 Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced fabrication and assembly of composite parts, subassemblies, and airframe structures  
• Execute composite layup using wet layup, prepreg, and vacuum bagging techniques (carbon fiber, fiberglass, Kevlar)  
• Perform resin infusion processes (VARTM, RTM) per engineering specifications  
• Produce adhesive bonded assemblies of metallic and nonmetallic materials  
• Handle, mix, and apply epoxy resin systems in compliance with MSDS requirements  
• Operate and monitor autoclave and oven cure cycles; manage prepreg material storage and handling  
• Demold, trim, sand, drill, and finish composite parts to tight engineering tolerances  
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively per work instructions  
• Utilize precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)  
• Maintain tooling and ensure proper condition of equipment  
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and process specifications  
• Complete accurate documentation of work orders and inspection results  
• Maintain compliance with PPE, 5S, and FOD prevention standards  
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance quality, cost, and delivery  
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and production planning teams 
• Ensure Compliance and Safety: Uphold industry standards, regulations, and safety guidelines in all activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Perform advanced fabrication and assembly of composite parts, subassemblies, and airframe structures
• Execute composite layup using wet layup, prepreg, and vacuum bagging techniques (carbon fiber, fiberglass, Kevlar)
• Perform resin infusion processes (VARTM, RTM) per engineering specifications
• Produce adhesive bonded assemblies of metallic and nonmetallic materials
• Handle, mix, and apply epoxy resin systems in compliance with MSDS requirements
• Operate and monitor autoclave and oven cure cycles; manage prepreg material storage and handling
• Demold, trim, sand, drill, and finish composite parts to tight engineering tolerances
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively per work instructions
• Utilize precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Maintain tooling and ensure proper condition of equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and process specifications
• Complete accurate documentation of work orders and inspection results
• Maintain compliance with PPE, 5S, and FOD prevention standards
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance quality, cost, and delivery
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and production planning teams
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written) is required to perform the responsibilities of this role.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.
• If this role requires access to information controlled under U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR), applicants must also qualify as a "U.S. person" under 22 CFR §120.62 (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual such as an asylee or refugee).

 Preferred:

• Advanced vocational and/or military technical schooling related to aircraft manufacturing or maintenance, or FAA-licensed Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) 
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field (preferred for candidates seeking accelerated advancement into engineering support roles) 
• Associate's degree or two-year technical college certificate in Aviation Maintenance Technology, Composites Manufacturing, or a related discipline also strongly considered 
• Experience in FAA-regulated manufacturing and associated paperwork and documentation 
• Hands-on experience with composite layup, fiberglass, or aerospace, UAS, marine, or motorsport fabrication 
• Exposure to non-destructive testing (NDT) methods such as ultrasonic inspection or tap testing 
• Familiarity with resin infusion techniques including VARTM or RTM 
• Experience in an AS9100 or ISO-certified quality management environment 
• Experience using digital calipers, micrometers, or other precision measurement tools 

 Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear proper PPE throughout the shift 
• Consistently stand, stoop, crawl, bend, crouch, climb, and kneel during production activities 
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs; comfortable handling composite materials, tooling, and assemblies 
• Comfortable working with resins, solvents, and other chemical compounds with appropriate PPE 
• May be required to support extended hours based on program schedule demands 
• Work onsite full-time; this role is not eligible for remote or hybrid arrangements 
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, in a production and team-based environment.

Benefits Overview: 
Heven AeroTech offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees and their families. Benefits in protectional, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off/sick, and additional protections such as critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, and short- and long-term disability.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 
Heven AeroTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.