Composite Technicians

STS Technical Services is hiring Composite Technicians in Hot Springs, Arkansas to join a specialized MRO facility focused on high-value aircraft component repair. This hands-on position supports the repair and restoration of structural components, including cowlings, leading edges, gear doors, control surfaces, and more.

Position Summary

This role involves composite and structural repair on aircraft components using aluminum, composite materials, and other aircraft-grade substrates. The shop operates with steady demand, offering consistent work and overtime potential for motivated technicians.

Responsibilities

Prepare molds, forms, and surfaces for lay-up

Lay up composite materials into molds per specifications

Trim, drill, sand, and finish parts to blueprint dimensions and tolerances

Perform structural repairs on aircraft components in a back-shop setting

Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble parts per OEM and FAA guidelines

Use sheet metal tools, hand tools, and precision measuring equipment

Document repairs accurately and legibly for traceability

Follow all safety and quality control procedures

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of composite repair experience

Skilled in blueprint reading and interpretation of repair manuals

Familiar with repair processes for cowlings, leading edges, gear doors, and control surfaces

Basic math skills and experience using precision measuring tools

Ability to follow written instructions and specific drawings with limited supervision

Must be authorized to work in the United States

Must provide own tools

Why You'll Love Working Here

Competitive pay with overtime opportunities

Clean, efficient, and focused MRO environment

Work in aviation without the airport noise or chaos

Join a skilled team committed to craftsmanship and quality

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is the staffing arm of STS Aviation Group. We're a Top 100 staffing firm that partners with leading organizations in aviation, manufacturing, and defense. We help great people build great careers, and we'd love to work with you. At STS, we put our people first. Always.

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