Composite Repair Technician (A&P)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

ICON Aircraft is a consumer sport plane manufacturer founded in response to the sport flying category created by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Given these enabling regulations, ICON's mission is to reinvent personal flying by providing consumer-friendly, safe, technologically advanced aircraft that allow the freedom, fun, and adventure of flying to be accessible to those who have dreamed of it. ICON's long-term vision is the ultimate democratization of personal flight. This is the beginning of that process. ICON's first aircraft is the A5, an amphibious sport plane that fuses outstanding aeronautical engineering with world-class product design. It has won some of the world's most prestigious design awards and has inspired a global following. ICON Aircraft's facilities are in Northern California, 50 miles northeast of San Francisco. For more information, visit www.iconaircraft.com.

Mission of Role : Apply hands-on layup expertise and composite repair experience to support and enhance the overall ICON assembly process.

Location : Vacaville, CA

Reports to : Manager, Service and Maintenance

Primary Skills :

• Perform structural and cosmetic repairs on composite components using proper materials, layup techniques, and curing processes.
• Interpret engineering drawings, repair manuals, and technical instructions to complete assigned work accurately and efficiently.
• Conduct inspections to assess damage, determine appropriate repair methods in coordination with Engineering, and provide feedback or request additional information as needed.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and modify composite tooling and related equipment as needed.
• Execute composite layups using prepreg or dry fabric; perform part preparation, demolding, and vacuum bagging in accordance with drawings and specifications.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and implement lean practices across all layup and bonding processes.
• Carry out composite surface prep including scarfing, sanding, deburring, and grinding; clean parts and tools using appropriate solvents (e.g., acetone) as outlined in work instructions.
• Collaborate with production, R&D, and service teams to support cross-functional projects as needed.
• Document repair work according to regulatory and company standards, including updating digital or paper logbooks.

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Requirements

Preferred Experience & Education :

Direct experience within the automotive, light aircraft or recreation (i.e. power boats) industries

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