Composite Technician (Aerospace)

Location: Huntington Beach, California, United States; onsite role

Base pay: $35–$50 per hour

Company

hirify.global develops advanced air mobility technologies, including electric air taxis, unmanned aircraft systems, and aviation-related artificial intelligence solutions for commercial aerospace and defense customers.

What you will do

• Fabricate complex composite aircraft parts using prepreg and wet layup methods.
• Perform bagging, vacuum infusion, bonding, cure cycles, demolding, trimming, finishing, and composite repairs.
• Lead fabrication activities, assign personnel, verify competencies, and coach team members.
• Read engineering drawings, schematics, modification documents, test procedures, and process specifications.
• Inspect parts for defects and maintain material, process, inspection, and certification traceability records.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and design teams to resolve recurring issues and improve part buildability.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of leadership experience in a fast-paced prototyping environment.
• At least 10 years of experience as an engineering technician in the aerospace and/or automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of composite materials, layup methods, resin systems, cure processes, and mechanical or structural assembly techniques.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, engineering instructions, process documentation, and FAA guidelines.
• Knowledge of aircraft safety procedures, tool control, foreign object debris prevention, and industry regulations.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, work in confined spaces, and handle tasks involving hazardous materials.

Nice to have

• A&P certification or equivalent experience.
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Siemens NX, or CATIA.
• Experience troubleshooting integration or mechanical issues, electric aircraft, configuration management, FAA conformity, or new product development.

Culture & Benefits

• Pay-for-performance culture with compensation based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Inclusive workplace focused on diversity, equity, and respect.
• Fast-paced, prototype-driven environment with shifting priorities and rigorous quality standards.