• Composite Fabrication Specialist B

    PDS Defense (Kennedy Space Center, FL)


    Light Industrial/Manufacturing

    **Composite Fabrication Specialist B** Kennedy Space Center, FL Posted: 1/8/2026

    Job Description

    Job ID#:

    214896

    Job Category:

    Light Industrial/Manufacturing

    Position Type:

    Associate - W2

    Duration:

    26

    Shift:

    1

    Positions Available:

    25

    Composite Fabrication Specialist B

    • **Location:** Kennedy Space Center, FL

    • **Company:** PDS Defense, Inc.

    • **Job ID:** 214896

    • **Shifts:** Must be able to work **all shifts**

    • **Clearance:** Ability to obtain a **U.S. Secret Security Clearance**

    Job Description

    PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a **Composite F** **abrication Specialist B** to join our team at Kennedy Space Center. In this role, you will perform composite-related fabrication of detail parts and subassemblies using carbon fiber, fiberglass, and other lightweight materials commonly used in the aerospace industry.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Set up and operate automated lay-up machines.

    + Perform composite lay-up, fabrication, and assembly tasks.

    + Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and planning documents.

    + Utilize fabrication tooling materials and automated/motorized equipment.

    + Execute hand-lay-up methods and NC equipment operations.

    + Select correct parts, materials, tools, and hardware to meet work statements.

    + Report job constraints such as workmanship errors or material defects.

    + Prepare test articles, fixtures, and data collection devices.

    + Perform basic organic chemical conversion and paint preparation.

    + Apply routine organic coatings for corrosion protection and appearance.

    + Maintain exemplary housekeeping and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) standards.

    + Ensure safety compliance at all times using appropriate PPE.

    Day-to-Day Skills:

    + **Electrical:** Soldering on electronic and avionics products, wire harness assembly, adhesives and wire handling.

    + **Mechanical:** Experience with torque wrenches.

    Preferred Skills:

    + Experience with Thermal Protection Systems (TPS).

    + Drilling experience.

    + Painting/autobody experience.

    + Ability to read and interpret blueprint drawings.

    Education & Experience:

    + High school diploma or GED.

    + Typically 1+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    Additional Requirements:

    + **Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.**

    + Must be able to work **all shifts** .

    + **Training:** 2–4 weeks on **first shift** ; successful completion of training (OJT or classroom) is a contingency for this assignment.

    Physical Demands:

    + Must be comfortable standing, bending, and crawling into confined spaces.

    + Must be able to lift **10+ lbs** .

     

    Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

    Job Requirements

    Minimum Security Clearance:

    Secret

     

    PDS Defense, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 1-866-224-2745 to contact us. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

     

    The law requires PDS Defense, Inc. to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following links: EEO is the Law (https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/ePlMC0R2ANfGQpN8fwGT6N?domain=dol.gov) and EEO is the Law Supplement (https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/2ji7CgJx7OSAKDEkCotaGv?domain=dol.gov)

     

    PDS Defense, Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/SVkaCjRvAjfnDVo9H5iV66?domain=dol.gov) for more information.

     

    As a Federal Contractor, PDS Defense, Inc. is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. For information, please click on the following link: E-Verify (https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/VrGvCkRw6kfOAP2Ni962JR?domain=e-verify.uscis.gov)

     

    The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

     

    To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/ .

     

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    To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit **http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/** or **https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/**

    The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

    + The California Fair Chance Act

    + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

    + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

    + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

     

    VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled