Composite Manufacturing Technician (Aerospace)

Location: Onsite near Bordeaux, France. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are provided.

Company

A company developing Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle designed for cargo and human transport.

What you will do

• Prepare materials and tooling for thermal protection systems according to technical instructions.
• Perform molding operations (RTM, infusion) and curing in autoclaves or ovens.
• Execute post-processing including trimming, sanding, and fitting using CNC machines.
• Ensure production quality standards, traceability, and resolution of non-conformities.
• Perform first-level maintenance on production equipment such as CNC machines and ovens.
• Propose process and tool optimizations to improve workshop efficiency.

Requirements

• Technical degree (Associate's equivalent) in composites, materials, manufacturing, plastics engineering, or aeronautics.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in composite manufacturing.
• Experience in aerospace, space, defense, marine, or high-performance automotive sectors.
• Proficiency in molding, infusion, and curing processes.
• Experience operating CNC machine tools for composite post-machining.

Culture & Benefits

• Agile decision-making and fast-paced industrial environment.
• Open and collaborative culture focused on transparency regarding risks and obstacles.
• Unique opportunity to contribute to the democratization of space.
• Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates.