Strativ Group

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Location: Huntington Beach, California Initial Contract Length: 6 - 12 Months with extension highly likely Contract Type: W2 – Inclusive of employment benefits Full-time contracted Hours: 8 Hours per day, 5 days per week + Optional Overtime Pay rate: Open & Flexible – Priority here is finding the right people As a Composites Technician, you’ll fabricate, assemble, and finish composite structures that make up our unmanned defence systems. You’ll support both rapid prototypes (where speed and adaptability are key) and production builds (where consistency and precision drive mission success). You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with engineers and fellow technicians, using advanced composite materials and processes to bring critical hardware to life. Key Responsibilities • Perform lay-up, bagging, curing, trimming, and finishing of composite parts using prepreg, wet layup, and resin infusion techniques. • Operate ovens and vacuum systems to cure composite structures. • Trim and machine cured composite assemblies to tight tolerances. • Drill, bond, fasten, and assemble composite substructures into final hardware. • Conduct in-process inspections, measuring tolerances and identifying defects. • Support prototype builds: adapting methods, iterating with engineers, and recording lessons learned. • Support production builds: following controlled work instructions, ensuring repeatability, and meeting takt time. • Handle sensitive materials and maintain clean work environments to prevent contamination. • Maintain tooling and fixtures, reporting wear, and supporting continuous improvement. • Uphold safety, quality, and documentation standards in line with defence hardware requirements. Basic Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent • 1+ years of hands-on composite fabrication in aerospace, defence, automotive, or marine applications. • Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment. • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions. • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment with tight tolerances. • Physical capability to lift 25+ lbs, stand for long periods, and work in cleanroom/controlled environments. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with prototype composite builds where processes are not fully defined. • Familiarity with structural bonding, secondary bonding, and composite repair. • Knowledge of defence or aerospace quality standards. • Cross-trained in related areas: paint, coatings, metallics, or assembly.