Job Title: Composites Technician

Job ID: SAS20230905-100625

Job Location: Menlo Park, CA

Job Description:

Responsible for performing complex tasks related to the fabrication of composite parts and subassemblies.

As a Composite Technician 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.

Essential Functions:

• Performs complex composite fabrication tasks, such as molding, laminating, oven-curing, trimming, and finish work.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to work in confined spaces for short periods of time.
• Performs limited, intermittent physical exertion. Work environment may contain noise, dust, heat, or chemicals.

Qualifications: (refer to Career Framework)

Normally requires a minimum of 8 years of related plastic fabrication experience. Also requires math aptitude, the ability to read operation sheets and highly complex blueprints, formulas and scales, and use all types of cutting tools. Ability to mix and apply mil-spec paints as required by job. Normally requires high school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Flexible to work varied shifts, overtime, weekends and travel on occasion.
• Able to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, and squat.
• Able to occasionally push, and reach.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in confined spaces for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift 25 pounds 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 25 pounds).
• 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.
• Based upon your job duties, and need to visit different areas within the company, 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.
• May be required to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
• Experience mixing and praying mil-spec paints/coatings a plus.

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.

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.

In compliance with California's Fair Pay Act, the salary range for this role in California is $55,500 - $95,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.