Experience and Skills
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Each successive level of Composite Assembler builds on the identified knowledge, skills and abilities listed for the previous level(s) Composite Assemblers.
- Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
- Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
- Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
- Ability to adhere to workplace rules
Composite Assembler I
- Must be able to demonstrate accurate basic math skills.
- Must be able to demonstrate good attention to detail resulting in the production of high quality parts.
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to use hand tools.
- Must be able to demonstrate the accurate use of a tape measure.
- Precise measuring experience is a plus.
- Typical qualifications for this level include:
- Basic Math Skills
- Documentation – skills in reading and writing various forms of documentation
- Basic Computer Skills
- Ability to differentiate between various types of composite materials
- Ability to operate equipment used within department
- Ability to read and follow processes and procedures
- Ability to use powered and non-powered tools to perform cutting, grinding, drilling of composite materials.
- Ability to understand and follow Kratos’ Quality System
- Adherence to all Safety procedures
Composite Assembler II
- Must be able to perform basic lamination repairs.
- Must be able to use precision measuring devices.
- Typical qualifications for this level include an intermediate level of:
• Math Skills
• Documentation– skills in reading and writing various forms of documentation
• Computer Skills
• Materials Knowledge
• Ability to operate equipment used within department
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow processes and procedures
• Ability to use powered and non-powered tools to perform cutting, grinding, drilling of composite materials.
• Ability to understand and follow Kratos’ Quality System
• Adherence to all Safety procedures
• Consistently perform to established production standards.
Composite Assembler III
- Must be able to use precision measuring devices.
- Interpret and work from Industry Specs.
- Handle a great deal of repair work.
- Train and mentor other Assemblers.
- Be proactive to look for process improvement ideas.
- Typical qualifications for this level include an advanced level of:
• Math Skills
• Documentation– skills in reading and writing various forms of documentation
• Computer Skills
• Materials Knowledge
• Ability to operate equipment used within department
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow processes and procedures
• Ability to use powered and non-powered tools to perform cutting, grinding, drilling of composite materials.
• Ability to understand and follow Kratos’ Quality System
• Adherence to all Safety procedures
• Normally exceeds standard production hours
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required:
Composite Assembler I
- Requires high school education or equivalent.
- Hands-on experience in manufacturing production.
Composite Assembler II
- Requires high school education or equivalent.
- 2-3 years hands-on experience in composite manufacturing.
Composite Assembler III
- Requires high school education or equivalent.
- 5+ years hands-on experience in composite manufacturing.
- Experience with Vacuum Bagging, and various forms of Lamination repair.
Preferred:
Composite Assembler I-III
- Composites background is a plus.
- Experience with aircraft fuselage a definite plus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Office environment
- Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
- Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- Employee may generate, handle, manage, or work around hazardous materials and hazardous wastes.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
None.
As a federal contractor, and consistent with Executive Order 14042, we will require all newly hired employees in the United States to be fully vaccinated by December 8th 2021 or by your start date if it is after December 8th 2021, subject to approved medical, religious or other accommodation