L3Harris Technologies Hiring For Composite Technician C (9/80 1st Shift) at Tucson, AZ Full Time

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L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

Job Title: Composite Technician C (9/80 1st Shift)

Job Code: 193

Location: Tucson, AZ

Job Description:

As a Composite Technician C you will work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a focus on quality and attention to detail. Required tasks will include the fabrication of composites using various techniques and types of materials, composites integration, prototyping, painting, composites trimming and bonding, etc.

The Agile Development Group (ADG) specializes in developing disruptive, next-generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV), advanced radar systems, next-generation weapon systems, and other RF sensor technologies using small company agility and big company experience.

Essential Functions:

• Performs complex composite fabrication tasks, such as molding, laminating, oven-curing, trimming, and finish work.
• Constructs wet layups of carbon fiber, fiberglass, and/or Kevlar utilizing various methods such as compression molds, and vacuum bagging.
• Performs mechanical assembly tasks and machine routing and drilling operations.
• Performs minor part-fitting operations such as filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming.
• May spray paint subassemblies.
• Act upon and perform work from prints, work orders, documents, and verbal communications.
• Works with epoxies, resins, and other chemical compounds, mixing according to specified formulas.
• Checks tolerances to ensure that fabricated parts meet drawing requirements.
• Performs routine testing, such as pressure testing, resistance testing, and torque testing.
• Cleans work area and tooling.
• Performs limited, intermittent physical exertion. Work environment may contain noise, dust, heat, or chemicals.
• Participates in on-the-job training to enhance skills related to job function, quality, safety, LEAN manufacturing, and other topics as necessary.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearances as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Ability to obtain a security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship
• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• Experience with manufacturing tasks associated with kitting, grinding, sanding, bonding, molding and/or assembly with a variety of composite materials.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience mixing and spraying mil-spec paints/coatings desired.
• Excellent people skills to include collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment.
• Outstanding work ethic and commitment to organizational success.
• Basic knowledge with Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. close to the body repetitively. (Employees need to ask for assistance and use material handling tools for lesser weight in awkward location and/or body positions and for any items over 35 pounds).
• Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, and squat.
• Ability to occasionally push, and reach.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in confined spaces for extended periods of time.
• Must have good repetitive manual dexterity with both hands.
• Must have sufficient vision to see relative positions of small parts and able to discern symmetry and proper alignment.
• You may be exposed to; fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals (well below OSHA and ACGIH exposure guidelines), outdoor weather, moving mechanical parts and/or be part of a hearing conservation program due to noise levels around certain equipment.
• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 

By submitting your résumé for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your résumé, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. 

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.