About the role
Description
About Us
Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc. (ACT) is a leading provider of thermal management solutions for aerospace, defense, data centers, energy, and industrial applications. For more than 20 years, ACT has engineered and manufactured innovative technologies that solve complex thermal challenges in demanding environments. Our team is driven by continuous innovation, teamwork, and collaboration, delivering reliable solutions that support critical missions and next-generation technologies worldwide.
Job Summary
The Composite Layup Technician is responsible for fabricating composite parts through accurate placement, orientation, and bonding of materials into molds or tooling in accordance with engineering drawings, ply books, work instructions, and quality requirements. This role focuses on the pre-cure manufacturing phase of composite components.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Perform hand layup of composite materials, including prepregs, fabrics, adhesives, and films
Cut, kit, and stage materials per job requirements
Follow ply books, travelers, engineering drawings, and work instructions
Ensure proper fiber orientation, ply sequence, material placement, and part configuration
Apply resins, adhesives, and bonding films as required
Perform vacuum bagging, debulking, and preparation for curing processes
Maintain material handling controls, including freezer life, out-time tracking, and cleanliness requirements
Inspect work for conformity to specifications prior to cure
Complete required manufacturing and quality documentation
Adhere to safety, environmental, and quality system requirements
Support rework and continuous improvement activities
Requirements
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, ply books, and work instructions
Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
Understanding of composite materials, fiber orientation, and lamination techniques preferred
Ability to work in controlled environments, including PPE requirements
Basic math and measurement skills
High school diploma or equivalent required
Prior experience in composite layup, aerospace manufacturing, or related field preferred
On-the-job training may be provided for entry-level candidates
Must be a US Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15? (U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee.)
ACT offers competitive pay, excellent benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, company-paid life & disability insurance, 401(k) match, and profit-sharing), and a supportive team environment.
ACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
ACT participates in E-Verify.
California Applicants:
ACT collects personal information for hiring purposes. California residents may have rights under the CCPA/CPRA. Contact HR at
barbara.rockwell@1-act.com
.