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TAD PGS, Inc

Composite Mechanic

Wichita, KS

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Wide Body Commercial Aircraft Composite Mechanic, in Wichita, KS. Team with others to fabricate, assemble, form, finish and inspect a wide variety of structural and non ...

Pae

Aircraft Mechanic I, MQ-9 (Yuma, AZ)

Yuma, AZ · On-site

$36.96/hr

The USMC MQ-9 Mechanic is a qualified and skilled aircraft/composite mechanic with experience in structures, hydraulics, engines and avionics using diagrams, blueprints, and publications. Essential ...

HEICO

Composite Technician I-V

Bluffdale, UT · On-site

Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures in the aircraft composite field * Forklift certification or ability to become forklift certified * Demonstrate an understanding of ...

Textron

Aircraft Mechanic B-573 (5th Shift)

Wichita, KS · On-site

$25.75 - $33.75/hr

Performs aircraft composite repairs. * Uses equipment such as tensiometers, micrometers, pressure gauges, dial gauges, vacuum gauges, and a variety of hand tools to repair or modify systems or ...

Heico

Composite Technician I-V

Bluffdale, UT · On-site

Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures in the aircraft composite field * Forklift certification or ability to become forklift certified * Demonstrate an understanding of ...

Heico

Composite Technician I-V

Bluffdale, UT · On-site

Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures in the aircraft composite field * Forklift certification or ability to become forklift certified * Demonstrate an understanding of ...

HEICO

Composite Technician I-V

Bluffdale, UT

Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures in the aircraft composite field * Forklift certification or ability to become forklift certified * Demonstrate an understanding of ...

HEICO

Composite Technician I-V

Bluffdale, UT · On-site

Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures in the aircraft composite field * Forklift certification or ability to become forklift certified * Demonstrate an understanding of ...

Heico

Composite Technician I-V

Riverton, UT · On-site

Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures in the aircraft composite field * Forklift certification or ability to become forklift certified * Demonstrate an understanding of ...

Amentum

Aircraft Mechanic I, MQ-9 (Yuma, AZ)

Yuma, AZ · On-site

$36.96/hr

The USMC MQ-9 Mechanic is a qualified and skilled aircraft/composite mechanic with experience in structures, hydraulics, engines and avionics using diagrams, blueprints, and publications. Essential ...

Heico

Composite Technician I-V

Riverton, UT

Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures in the aircraft composite field * Forklift certification or ability to become forklift certified * Demonstrate an understanding of ...

HEICO

Composite Technician I-V

Bluffdale, UT

Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures in the aircraft composite field * Forklift certification or ability to become forklift certified * Demonstrate an understanding of ...

Epic Aircraft

CNC Programmer

Bend, OR · On-site

$28 - $38.25/hr

WHAT YOU'LL DO As a CNC Programmer , you'll be a key member team of our team and will support the machining of aircraft composite tools and composite parts. This role is primarily focused on 3-axis ...

Epic Aircraft

CNC Programmer

Bend, OR · On-site

$28 - $38.25/hr

WHAT YOU'LL DO As a CNC Programmer , you'll be a key member team of our team and will support the machining of aircraft composite tools and composite parts. This role is primarily focused on 3-axis ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for aircraft composite in the United States is $26.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an aircraft composite?

An Aircraft Composite job involves working with advanced composite materials used in aircraft structures, such as carbon fiber, fiberglass, and Kevlar. Professionals in this field fabricate, repair, and maintain composite components to ensure structural integrity and performance. They follow engineering specifications, use specialized tools, and apply techniques like layup, bonding, and curing. This role is critical in modern aviation, as composites help reduce weight while maintaining strength and durability.

What does an aircraft composite do?

As an Aircraft Composite Technician, your day usually involves preparing and laying up composite materials, performing inspections, and repairing or fabricating aircraft parts according to strict specifications and regulatory standards. You'll often work as part of a team in a hangar or manufacturing facility, collaborating closely with engineers, inspectors, and other technicians to troubleshoot issues and maintain quality standards. The role requires considerable attention to cleanliness and safety, as well as regular documentation of your work. Over time, you may take on more complex tasks or move into team leadership roles as you gain experience and certifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the aircraft composite position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Aircraft Composite Technician, you need expertise in composite material fabrication, repair techniques, and blueprint reading, usually supported by vocational training or technical certifications. Familiarity with industry-standard tools—such as autoclaves, vacuum bagging systems, and non-destructive testing (NDT) equipment—is essential. Attention to detail, teamwork, and time management are valuable soft skills in this role. These qualities are crucial for ensuring the structural integrity, safety, and timely completion of complex aerospace components.

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Composite Mechanic

TAD PGS, Inc

Wichita, KS

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Wide Body Commercial Aircraft Composite Mechanic, in Wichita, KS.

Job Description:

Team with others to fabricate, assemble, form, finish and inspect a wide variety of structural and non-structural fiberglass, acrylic and other composite and metal parts, tools and assemblies. Work from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures, to assure the timely delivery of quality products to the customer. Perform multi-tasking and multi-machine operation where applicable.
1. Utilize lay-up tools, which include both optical and hard tools, in the fabrication of composite and metal assemblies.
2. Obtain required information from prints, charts, sketches, workorders, documents, verbal and electronic information.
3. Use shop mathematics and precision measuring instruments to complete work assignments.
4. Must verify work performed is per work instruction and meets process and/or engineering specification.
5. Ensure equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure.
6. Use and control of solvents and cleaning solutions in the preparation of details, tools, and assemblies for bonding and paint per established procedures.
7. Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., replacing machine filters, changing standard lightbulbs on machines and equipment, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels, etc. as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties).
8. Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation. On an exception basis, moves product to the next operation within a building.
9. Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees at all classificationlevels.
10. Cross trains in inspection and becomes SIA qualified.

Level C
1. Place vacuum and pressure bags over and inside wrapped parts and tools, and test for leaks.
2. Cut fabrics and composite materials to size using knives, shears, automated material cutters etc.
3. Hand and machine finish parts to required tolerances and fit into completed assemblies.
4. Drill, saw, file, sand, pot, patch, build up, trim, fit and rivet parts to meet production requirements.
5. Sand, polish molds and/or bond assembly tools to obtain smoothsurfaces.
6. Load, unload and operate ovens in the curing of parts and assemblies.
7. Apply parting agents to molds and bond assembly tools.
8. Mix and apply bonding adhesives to details and assemblies using films, spray, pour coating, roller coating and robotics equipment.9. Spray and brush priming.


Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.



Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance