Firefly AerospaceFirefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.Composite Technician IIComposite Technician II is an intermediate-level role responsible for independently fabricating aerospace-grade composite components for production and development programs.
This role supports the manufacture of primary structures, tanks, and secondary hardware from raw fiber through delivery to integration. Technicians at this level demonstrate strong technical skill and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Location: Briggs, TX (north of Cedar Park)ResponsibilitiesCut and kit composite materials to tight tolerancesPerform bonding operations including surface prep and adhesive applicationExecute hand lamination of carbon, fiberglass, Kevlar, film adhesives, and core materialsPerform full vacuum bag cure cycles including debulking and oven monitoringCure materials per manufacturer specificationsIdentify scarf back plies (scarfing) as requiredInterpret composite layup drawings and manufacturing instructionsEnsure material traceability in compliance with AS9100Support process improvements and efficiency initiativesMaintain shop organization and PPE complianceQualifications2+ years of composite manufacturing experienceExperience in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing preferredDemonstrated ability to independently execute composite buildsProficient use of pneumatic tools, hand tools, and precision measurement instrumentsAbility to read and interpret composite layup and assembly printsExperience working with material data sheetsStrong craftsmanship and attention to detailFirefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, pet Insurance, and flexible PTO options.To conform to U.S.
Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S.
Department of State.Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.