Job Description
Composite TechnicianSalary: £37,000–£40,000 per annumLocation: Near Didcot, Oxfordshire, UKHours: Monday to Friday – Day ShiftStart Date: ASAPType: PermanentThis is a brilliant opportunity to join a pioneering space systems manufacturer near Didcot, supporting the build and integration of cutting-edge aerospace and space hardware.As a Composites Technician, you’ll be a key member of the Manufacturing Assembly Integration Test (MAIT) team. You will manufacture and process fibre-based components, support R&D and space flight hardware assembly, and contribute to developing robust manufacturing procedures.Benefits:
* Competitive salary up to £40,000 per annum
* Opportunity to work on groundbreaking space and aerospace projects
* Clear paths for career progression and skills development
* Collaborative and innovative engineering environment
Composites Technician Responsibilities:
* Manufacture fibre-based components (Carbon Fibre, Glass Fibre, Aramid Fibre) using methods such as layup, resin impregnation, VARTM, or autoclave curing, followed by finishing processes
* Produce simple tooling, moulds, and patterns using epoxy or foam-based materials
* Support the assembly of both R&D and space flight hardware
* Assist in writing Manufacturing Assembly Procedures (MAPs) and Test Procedures
* Provide facility management support and contribute to process improvements
* Work with Project PA Managers to define and document qualified MAIT processes
* Participate in customer and internal reviews, and visit subcontractors/suppliers as needed
* Demonstrate flexibility with occasional long days or weekends to meet project schedules
Requirements:
* Strong engineering discipline with significant experience in assembling precision components
* Proven expertise in composites manufacturing and the use of detailed assembly procedures
* Comprehensive understanding of engineering drawings, surface finishes, tolerances, and materials
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
* Excellent problem-solving skills with a pragmatic, logical approach
* Exceptional interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills
* Strong organisational and multi-tasking abilities with the capacity to work independently and plan ahead
Desirable:
* Apprenticeship training in Mechanical Engineering is highly advantageous
* Previous experience in the space industry with knowledge of ECSS standards
* Understanding of aerospace processes and components
* Eligibility to gain security clearance (must have been resident in the UK for at least 5 years)
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