Job Description

Overview

Our client is an innovative aerospace company developing next-generation aircraft and power-system technologies for commercial, logistics, and government applications. They are seeking a hands-on Airframe & Composite Technician to support aircraft assembly, integration, and testing activities.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate hand and power tools, including torque wrenches, saws, drills, and soldering irons.
  • Assemble and fabricate test rigs, fixtures, and test articles.
  • Support composite layups, mould preparation, resin application, vacuum bagging, and oven curing processes.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, work instructions, and test procedures.
  • Fabricate, assemble, and handle close-tolerance aerospace components.
  • Operate ground-support equipment, including forklifts and gantry cranes.
  • Assemble prototype aircraft mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Support internal and external aircraft test campaigns.
  • Inspect parts and assemblies for appearance, functionality, dimensions, tolerances, and specification compliance.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organised workshop environment.
  • Source and collect parts, materials, and equipment from local suppliers and fabrication partners as required.
  • Collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing, and testing teams.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in aerospace, composites, aircraft assembly, manufacturing, or a related technical environment.
  • Experience using hand and power tools, including drills, torque wrenches, saws, and other assembly equipment.
  • Experience operating ground-support equipment.
  • Experience working with resins, adhesives, sealants, and primers.
  • Experience assembling, fabricating, or handling close-tolerance components.
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety, quality, and workmanship.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, hands-on technical environment.

How this job compares in Long Beach, CA

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Long Beach, CA currently run a median of $43/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $31–$58/hr across 35 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Long Beach, CA

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