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COMPOSITE FABRICATOR -T32

Wisconsin Air National Guard (115th Maintenance Squadron) · Madison, WItoday

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$69k – $79k

Fabricate and repair low-observable composite structures and RAM coatings on military aircraft.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Hands-on RAM and LO composite repair on classified stealth platforms — rare materials work you can't do anywhere else.

Might not be for you. Requires 12+ months of specific LO aircraft experience and military service eligibility — not an entry point.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution BS acceptable

Adjacent materials rolefabricating repair parts from RAM, adhering parts to aircraft surfaces using vacuum bags; composite and LO material characteristics; classified adhesives and advanced composites

Seniority
Mid-level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Experience
1+ yrs
Industry
Defense
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Clearance
Ability to obtain
Materials
composites571 rolesRAM (radar-absorbing material)adhesives396 rolescoatings/paintspolycarbonate transparencies
Techniques
reflectometer probesradar cross section (RCS) assessment

Role details

This National Guard position is for a COMPOSITE FABRICATOR -T32, Position Description Number D2503000 and is part of the WI 115 MXS, Wisconsin Air National Guard.

- As a COMPOSITE FABRICATOR -T32, WG-4352-10, you will provide on/off aircraft equipment maintenance for the LO systems and structures. MAJOR DUTIES: 1. Improves, modifies, fabricates, and designs repairs for low observable assemblies, sub-assemblies, and components ensuring proper weight to strength ratios are met and maintains structural and low observable integrity requirements including associated aircraft structural composites. 2.

Performs a variety of extensive evaluations of weapons systems using a variety of complex tools and assessment equipment to assess that the proper radar cross section (RCS) signature according to the associated technical order data, mission requirements and other policy regulations, instructions, and guidance. 3. Performs repair, application, and maintenance of corrosion preventatives and paints on aircraft, powered, and non-powered AGE (aerospace ground equipment). Identifies metal corrosion. 4. Collects, compiles, and records LO systems data for maintenance scheduling, statistical analysis, trending, and historical record. Performs data searches and reports findings as directed. 5.

Performs other duties as assigned.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: An applicant must have a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: To qualify at the WG-10 level, you must have at least 12 months of specialized experiences in the inspection, repair, modification, removal, installation, troubleshooting, and data documentation of B-2, F-22, and/or F-35 aircraft Low Observable (LO) signature systems and structures. The applicant must have the competencies to work LO aircraft designs and structures. Experienced in conducting testing procedures, prevention of metal corrosion, and material failure.

Skilled in applying RCS signature reduction techniques and design elements and skilled in the use of various complex tools and equipment. The applicant must have the working knowledge of metal strength characteristics (annealing, tempering, and normalizing); along with composite and LO material characteristics, and experienced in selecting proper materials for repair actions.

Must have

a working knowledge of health hazards associated with maintenance and proper mitigation procedures, such as decontamination and housekeeping. Skilled in assembling and repairing aircraft parts and components using specialized fasteners, classified adhesives and advanced composites. The applicant must have the working knowledge of assigned computer systems such as, IMIS, IMS, ALIS, SAS, and/or LOHAS used for maintenance planning, technical instruction, and maintenance documentation. Competent in identifying proper repair materials using engineering drawings to ensure correct radar band frequency is being mitigated.

Skilled in verifying materials that match engineering drawings using reflecto- meter probes. Experienced and skilled in fabricating repair parts from RAM, cutting tools, and adhering these parts to aircraft surfaces and fasteners using vacuum bags, fixtures, and other pressure inducing processes. Skilled and experienced in applying scrim (gauze- like) materials to RAM and aircraft surfaces in preparation for RAM cover strip installation.

Experiences included installing RAM cover strips to panel and skin gaps; applying RAM pastes to aircraft surface gaps, voids, and gouges; sanding and skiving RAM and RAM pastes to required aircraft contours; and, repairing LO treatments on polycarbonate transparencies using edge sealing compounds, adhesives, primers, and conductive films.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the COMPOSITE FABRICATOR -T32 role at Wisconsin Air National Guard (115th Maintenance Squadron)?

The listed annual base salary range is $69K–$79K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the COMPOSITE FABRICATOR -T32 role at Wisconsin Air National Guard (115th Maintenance Squadron) based?

This role is based in Madison, WI.

What degree is required for the COMPOSITE FABRICATOR -T32 role at Wisconsin Air National Guard (115th Maintenance Squadron)?

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How many years of experience does this COMPOSITE FABRICATOR -T32 role require?

The posting calls for at least 1 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this COMPOSITE FABRICATOR -T32 role work with?

composites, RAM (radar-absorbing material), adhesives, coatings/paints, polycarbonate transparencies.

What techniques or methods are required for this COMPOSITE FABRICATOR -T32 role?

reflectometer probes, radar cross section (RCS) assessment.