Employer: Pyka, Inc.
Email Address: elizabeth@flypyka.com
Website: https://www.flypyka.com/
Position Title: Composite Technician
Compensation/Rate: $62,000–$80,000 per year base salary + equity. Compensation will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Location: Oakland, CA
Position Summary:
COMPOSITE TECHNICIAN
Pyka is looking for a seasoned composite technician / prototype fabricator to join our experienced and enthusiastic team.In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of composite airplane manufacturing, from laying up parts to assembly, trimming and finishing. Occasionally, our test fleet needs composite repair and maintenance as well. This is an active role requiring some lifting and occasional exposure to noise and VOCs. Some sanding of cured epoxy composites, and use of solvent-based mold release agents is required. Tools and PPE are provided.
Responsibilities
Manufacture and assemble composite airplane structures
Trim, drill, and finish composite parts to drawing specifications
Meticulously maintain molds, tooling, fixturing and vac pumps
Required Skills
Vacuum Bagging
Trim and drill using pneumatic, power and hand tools
Bond prep for primary and secondary bonding of composite components
Proficiency in moldmaking and toolmaking
Competence in mixing and use of epoxy resins and fairing compounds
Ability to read, interpret and understand technical drawings
Preferred Qualifications
3-5 years of experience building composite parts and assemblies
Broad experience and high quality craftsmanship skills with various types of tools, materials and techniques (pre-preg, infusion, and wet lamination)
Assemble/disassemble precision fixtures/jigs to aid in bonding of airframe main structure
Takes pride in being flexible, easily adapting to design and schedule changes
Strong mechanical skills and intuition
Excellent listening and communication skills
Strong team player, but comfortable working on your own