Composite Design Technician, Sr.
AeroVironmentSalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Defense, MaritimeIndustries
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in marine composite finishing, surfacing, or similar hands-on fabrication work
- Strong experience with sanding tools, fairing materials, and manual finishing techniques
- Ability to achieve Class A or near-Class A surface finishes (preferred but not required)
- High attention to detail and patience for repetitive, fine-surface work
- Familiarity with epoxy-based fillers, primers, and surface prep chemicals
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions
- U.S. Person (citizen or permanent resident) required due to DoD-related work
- Experience in marine composite surfacing (preferred)
- Familiarity with MIL-SPEC or AS9100 quality standards (preferred)
- Experience using DA sanders, longboards, and vacuum-assisted finishing tools (preferred)
- Understand how to use Binks & MVP spray equipment (preferred)
- Background in paint prep or bonded surface prep is a plus (preferred)
- Experience working with gel coats, topcoats, or marine-grade finishes (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Perform surface finishing operations on composite parts, including wet layup, filling, sanding, spraying gelcoat and refining the surface
- Mix and apply surface fillers, and gelcoat per process requirements
- Sand and smooth complex contours while maintaining tolerance and surface quality
- Identify and repair surface defects such as pinholes, delamination, or surface voids using tap tests
- Prepare parts for painting, bonding, or assembly through proper surface treatment
- Follow detailed work instructions, drawings, and engineering specifications
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in finishing areas; manage dust control systems
- Collaborate with the quality team to ensure finished parts meet visual and dimensional standards
- Follow procedures and track time on a tablet
- Ability to use Partallfilm #10 and patch aide for repairs
Skills
wet layup
sanding
gelcoat spraying
fairing
scarf repairs
tap tests
surface fillers
Partallfilm #10
patch aide
Class A finishes
Saronic
Develops advanced autonomous surface vessels
About Saronic
Saronic Technologies develops Autonomous Surface Vessels (ASVs) that enhance the capabilities of naval and maritime forces. These vessels utilize adaptive path planning, passive sensors, and advanced algorithms, along with edge computing, to effectively identify and track targets. They are designed to operate in challenging environments, using resilient multichannel communications to support both manned and unmanned operations. Saronic Technologies differentiates itself by focusing on military and defense clients, aiming to improve situational awareness, extend operational reach, and enhance survivability during maritime missions. The company's goal is to provide solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing operational strategies or support new maritime tactics, generating revenue through the sale of ASVs and related customization services.
Austin, TexasHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
$223.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
DefenseIndustries
201-500Employees