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Job Title: Composite Fabricator

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Composite Fabricator to join our team at an aerospace and defense company that designs and manufactures unmanned aerial vehicles. This role involves collaborating closely with technicians and vendors/suppliers in the fabrication of tooling, structures, and components using a variety of materials.

Responsibilities

+ Follow design drawing instructions and written process instructions.

+ Collaborate with Engineering in performing fabrication and assembly tasks, as well as resolving tooling issues.

+ Fabricate tooling, fixtures, and jigs from one or more materials.

+ Operate hand and power tools (e.g., jitterbug, dotco) for cutting or trimming as required.

+ Work with materials to perform bonding/curing (e.g., thermal plastic, rubber, resins, adhesives) in the experimental layup process as needed.

+ Use precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, scales, micrometers) to verify work performed.

+ Adhere to all safety requirements.

+ Work on assignments that are semi-routine in nature, following established procedures on routine work.

+ Apply acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks under minimal supervision.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum 0.5 – 2 years hands-on composite fabrication experience or equivalent combination of experience and education.

+ Demonstrated knowledge of layup processes.

+ Proficiency in using precision measuring tools (i.e., micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, etc.).

+ Experienced in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings.

+ Demonstrated computer proficiency and ability to download work instructions as applicable.

+ Experience using hand and power tools (i.e., jitterbug, dotco).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Competency in calculation of math dimensions working with sample parts, sketches, and/or verbal instructions for fabricating details as required.

+ Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where small teams share a broad variety of duties.

+ Strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.

+ Ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.

+ Experience with electronics, troubleshooting, soldering, wiring, and assembly work is advantageous.

+ Ability to train with a good attitude and skills in hand tools, assembly, wire harness, crimping, and medical device assembly.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Take advantage of critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and post-tax contributions, and life insurance options for both employees and dependents. Benefit from short and long-term disability coverage, a Health Spending Account (HSA), transportation benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, enjoy flexible time off options such as PTO, vacation, and sick leave.

Work Environment

The work schedule follows a 9/80 model, offering every other Friday off, with the potential need to work on Saturdays. The standard shift is from Monday to Friday, 1st shift (5:30 AM - 4:00 PM), with the exact start time to be determined. Example schedule: Week 1 (Mon-Thu: 5:30 AM - 3:00 PM, Fri: OFF), Week 2 (Mon-Thu: 5:30 AM - 3:00 PM, Fri: 5:30 AM - 3:00 PM).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Petaluma, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Petaluma,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.