Aerospace Composite Technician

Job Description

Hexagon Purus is a global leader in zero emission mobility solutions for light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles, buses, maritime, rail, aerospace, and backup power solutions, storage and distribution.

With a legacy of 60 years developing clean fuel systems, we are a growing global team of over 700 employees, with presence in Norway, Germany, Canada, USA and China. Hexagon Purus is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange.

Being in the heart of energy transformation, we lead with purpose, and our goal setting is aligned with our people and our shared mission to drive the transition to zero-emission mobility.

Join us on our innovative journey and work toward a clean energy future!

Responsibilities:

Perform wet filament winding of composite cylinders and hand layup utilizing automated and manual techniques.

Operate or support large, specialized equipment such as filament winding machines, fiber tensioners, large ovens, and spray finish equipment.

Composite finishing including abrading, labelling and topcoat applications.

Operate or support crane lifts and forklifts.

Adheres to equipment requirements and the method and sequences of operation to be followed in the fabrication of parts using a variety of materials and consumables.

Understands, follows, and completes work instructions, and contributes to safety, quality, process, and work instruction continuous improvement

Cleans, reseals, and/or prepares tools and mandrels using the appropriate release systems

Utilize manual, electric & pneumatic tools to fabricate and/or maintain composite pressure vessels, mandrels, handling fixtures, and tooling

Check completed products for conformance to specifications and defects using precise calibrate measuring equipment

Additional duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

Passion for our mission: Driving energy transformation!

Attention to detail with a focus on quality workmanship

High School diploma or GED

Ability to work respectfully and cooperatively with diverse teams in a dynamic environment displaying a strong work ethic with close attention to detail

Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures

Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Perform repetitive work including lifting of heavy items, >50lbs

Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion

Willingness to work overtime daily and on weekends as necessary to meet critical deadlines

General mechanical aptitude and critical thinking

Must be able to pass pre-employment skills assessment

Must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred Qualifications:

A Strong desire to understand, and continuously improve production processes

Understanding of equipment maintenance and diagnostic principles and failure root cause and corrective action (RCCA)

6S and Lean Experience

Proven success as a “hands-on” technician

Industry certification, trade school training, and/or degree in a related field

Experience in handling/moving large aerospace components

Experience working with high pressure systems

Experience in aerospace manufacturing, integration, or another relevant field

Knowledge of Filament winding machines, oven curing, tooling installation, nondestructive evaluation, bonding, and production control systems

Full-time