Job description
Senior Fabrication & Test Technician – Composite Materials
El Segundo, CA | FULL-TIME
Cambium works at the interface of biotech and materials science to build sustainable next-generation defense products. We integrate computational chemistry, product design, and advanced manufacturing methods to solve difficult challenges like hardening UAVs against laser attack, protecting payloads during hypersonic flight, and streamlining the defense product manufacturing supply chain. Our people come from places like SpaceX, Anduril, Scaled Composites, Lockheed Martin Skunkworks, and US DoD Research Labs. We are seeking motivated and exceptional people to join our team.
Cambium is seeking a Senior Fabrication & Test Technician – Composite Materials to join our growing team in El Segundo, CA. The successful candidate will be curious with a desire to learn and will help us build a work culture of open-mindedness that embraces creativity. At Cambium we’re willing to do things differently.
THE ROLE
Cambium is seeking a Senior Fabrication & Test Technician – Composite Materials to join our composite materials team. You’ll work closely with engineers to fabricate composite test coupons for mechanical testing and parts for prototyping. You will also be the supervisor of other technicians on the team. This will be a hands-on role and you will be involved in the entire process. We will provide training and mentorship every step of the way. As Cambium experiences rapid growth, the responsibilities of this role are expected to evolve.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Follow written instructions, including test plans, standard operating procedures, and specifications, to fabricate composite test panels, coupons, and parts. Use composite methods such as hand layup, resin transfer molding, filament winding, etc. with strong attention to detail.
- Be the supervisor of several technicians.
- Operate composite curing equipment such as ovens, autoclaves, presses, and kilns
- Cut and machine test coupon edges precisely using equipment such as a tile saw, surface grinder, and rotary tool
- Bond composite tabs for testing using paste and film adhesives
- Prepare samples for analytical testing, such as DSC, DMA, TGA, and optical microscope.
- Follow all safety protocols and contribute to our culture of safety
- Participate in a wide range of R&D problem-solving activities with an open mind and desire to learn
- Create and contribute to the product demonstration and engineering teams in a manner consistent with Cambium’s mission and values and the growth of Cambium’s business
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 8+ years work experience
- 3-5+ years experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment working with carbon fiber composites
- Experience laying up composite test panels or producing composite coupons for mechanical testing
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Detail oriented and patient working style
- Comfortable operating heavy machinery
- Ability to complete complex tasks on time
- Due to the nature of the work, you must have US citizenship
- Strong communication skills and team-oriented mindset
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supervising technicians
BENEFITS
Cambium offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits plan. This includes excellent medical/dental/vision benefits, and a matching 401(k) plan.
Salary: $35 - $48 /hr ($72,800 - $99,840 /year equivalent)
