Lay Up Technician

Job Summary:

Lay-Up Technician is a hands-on role, whose primary responsibility is performing a wide variety of composite layup, vacuum bagging, mold inspection and leak checks. This role ensures adherence to strict quality standards by following engineered specifications, work instructions, lay-up schemes to successfully yield a conforming product.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

oPerform hand layup of composite materials, including prepregs, fabrics, adhesives, and films to assemble multi-piece and complex molds to yield conforming composite structures

oPreparation of molds and tools for layup process, to include application of sealants and release agents

oEnsure proper fiber orientation, ply sequence, material placement, and part configuration

oPerform vacuum bagging, debulking, and preparation for curing processes including leak checks

oVerify thermocouples are in good working condition

oMaintain material handling controls, including freezer life, out-time tracking, and cleanliness requirements

oInspect work for conformity to specifications prior to cure

oComplete required manufacturing and quality documentation

oSupport rework and continuous improvement activities

oMay assist with composite oven processing or autoclave operation, including final demolding of parts after curing

oAdhere to safety, environmental, and quality system requirements

oAdhere to all safety protocols, including PPE usage and handling hazardous materials (resins)

oAdhere to all safety regulations and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention policies

Qualifications & Experience:

oEducation:

oHigh school diploma or GED required.

oExperience:

o1-3 years prior experience in composite layup, aerospace manufacturing, or related field preferred

                  oSkills:

oHigh attention to detail

oAbility to read and interpret work instructions and relevant documentation

oHand dexterity/coordination: Job requires a lot of specific finger movements and hand layup techniques

oUnderstanding of composite materials, fiber orientation, and lamination techniques preferred

oAbility to work in controlled environments, including PPE requirements

oBasic math and measurement skills

       oPersonal Attributes:

                       oCommitment to self-development and continuous improvement.

oEmotionally aware and accountable.

oUnderstands personal limits and seeks help when appropriate.

oWillingness to attempt problem-solving independently before escalating.

oHigh ethical standards and integrity.

oTeam-oriented with strong relationship-building skills.

oComfortable holding others accountable.

oClear understanding of role responsibilities and boundaries.

oProactive, dependable, and adaptable.

oResults-driven mindset.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

oThe employee is frequently required to stand for an extended period of time.

oWalk; use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.

oThe employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.

oMust be a U.S. Person (Resident Alien or US Citizen) under 22 CFR 120 (due to ITAR Restrictions)

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder) as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. GP&C will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. GP&C will not seek an export authorization for this role.

QHSE Responsibilities:

At GP&C, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental responsibility in all aspects of our operations. We believe that the well-being of our employees, the quality of our products/services, and our environmental stewardship are integral to our success. We expect all employees to adhere to our QHSE protocols and actively participate in contributing to our growing QHSE culture as well as taking pride in their work and continuously seek ways to improve processes and deliverables.