Composites Technician - C Shift (Fri-Sun)
layup· Production
About this role
At Layup Parts, we're developing the technology that will build the future.
We're a manufacturing technology company replacing months of lead time with days, using proprietary software, automation, and advanced manufacturing systems built for speed. Our customers are inventing what's next, in aerospace, defense, robotics, and beyond. To keep up with them, manufacturing has to change. That's what we're building.
We value initiative, teamwork, and a get-it-done attitude. At Layup Parts we’re building a crew of outstanding individuals who take pride in their work, learn from one another, and aren’t afraid to tackle challenges head-on.
This position will be supporting our C Shift (Friday - Sunday 6:00AM - 4:00PM).
What You’ll Do:
- Prepare and maintain tooling: Sand, polish, seal, release, and maintain molds.
- Lay up parts: Place plies using templates, dimensions, or projection systems; apply release film, peel ply, breather, thermocouples, etc.
- Bag and cure: Build and install vacuum bags, perform leak tests, and run assigned cure cycles.
- Demold and finish: Remove cured parts, trim, bond assemblies, and prepare bond lines.
- Drive improvements: Provide feedback to engineering for process and design enhancements.
- Stay organized: Document material usage, freeze/thaw status, cure data, and production activities in Layup’s internal systems.
What We’re Looking For:
- Be awesome! Be the kind of person you want to work with!
- Be a strong team member, able to give and accept help to deliver quality parts on time.
- Identify and solve problems quickly, and communicate issues clearly to leadership and engineering to prevent recurring issues.
- Have a high sense of urgency, with a strong attention to detail and a resolve to deliver the highest quality.
- Have 5+ years experience as a technician in prepreg composites manufacturing, and have an understanding of industry best practices for things like intensifiers/caul plates, adhesive films, core splicing, hard points, ply drops, debulking, etc.
- Be comfortable to read and interpret layup books, as well as working from process controlling work instructions.
- Be proficient in using common measuring and assembly tools such as calipers, scales, tape measures, torque wrenches, hand drills, etc.
- Be comfortable learning new methods and technologies, and incorporating them into your workflow.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs, stand for long periods and work hands-on in a production setting.
Preferred:
- Experience in aerospace and/or motorsport.
- Experience with both in and out of autoclave manufacturing.
- Experience in multiple aspects of the manufacturing process such as: operating ply cutter, mold finishing and releasing, mold maintenance, lamination, bagging, curing, de-molding, trimming and/or finishing.
- Experience in other composites manufacturing methods like vacuum infusion (VARTM), compression molding/hot pressed molding, trapped rubber molding, and wet-layup.
- Have the flexibility to work extended hours/weekends when required to meet customer timelines.
Layup is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
ITAR Requirements - To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Composites Technician - C Shift (Fri-Sun) role at layup?
The listed salary for this Composites Technician - C Shift (Fri-Sun) position at layup is USD 30–45. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Composites Technician - C Shift (Fri-Sun) position at layup located?
This Composites Technician - C Shift (Fri-Sun) role at layup is based in Huntington Beach, CA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Composites Technician - C Shift (Fri-Sun) role at layup full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Composites Technician - C Shift (Fri-Sun) role in the Production department at layup.
Which team or department does the Composites Technician - C Shift (Fri-Sun) at layup belong to?
This Composites Technician - C Shift (Fri-Sun) position is part of the Production department at layup. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Composites Technician - C Shift (Fri-Sun) position at layup?
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When was the Composites Technician - C Shift (Fri-Sun) job at layup posted?
This Composites Technician - C Shift (Fri-Sun) position at layup was posted on Aug 20, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Composites Technician - C Shift (Fri-Sun)
layup · 💰 USD 30–45
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