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Composite Lay-up Technician

On-site in Elche·Added 1 month ago

PLD Space

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Elche
Experience: 5+ years
Benefits: Private health insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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Skills

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

· More than 5 years of experience in manual lay-up with prepreg and fiberglass.

· Control of material traceability and shelf life

· High precision and attention to detail

· Manual dexterity

· Interpretation of blueprints and specifications

· Teamwork in a multidisciplinary environment

· Technical communication skills

· Proactivity and autonomy

Nice to have

Desired requirements

· Advanced Vocational Training Cycle in mechanical manufacturing or equivalent.

· Specialization Course in Composite Materials for the Aerospace Industry (RD1153/2021), preferably.

· Experience in an aerospace environment

· Experience in automated fiber placement (Automated Fiber Placement “AFP”).

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

· Physiotherapy within our facilities

· 50% subsidy on your health insurance

· You will be able to add your family members to the health insurance at a competitive price.

· Healthy snacks and assorted fruit

· 23 vacation days + December 24th and 31st

· Flexible working hours

· We foster practical learning

· We promote professional development through internal mobility and teamwork

· On-site nursery

· Restaurant tickets

· Transportation

· Training

The role

What you'll do

· Perform manual lay-up operations of prepreg composite materials (carbon and fiberglass).

· Interpret blueprints, ply sequences, orientations, and references.

· Position each ply correctly, respecting fiber orientation, tolerances, and sequence.

· Prepare and apply auxiliary materials:

o Peel ply

o Release film

o Breather fabric

o Vacuum bag and sealant tape

· Perform vacuum bagging operations and leak tests.

· Ensure laminate quality:

o Absence of wrinkles

o Correct compaction

o Elimination of trapped air

· Control material traceability (batches, out-life, ply identification).

· Handle laminating tools and fixtures (molds, templates, rollers, etc.).

· Collaborate in demolding operations if necessary.

· Maintain order and cleanliness of the area according to 5S standards.

· Comply with established quality, safety, and regulatory procedures.

About PLD Space

PLD Space is a Spanish aerospace company specializing in the development of reusable rocket launch systems. Founded in 2011, the company is known for its Miura 1 suborbital launch vehicle and the upcoming Miura 5 orbital rocket, positioning itself as a key player in the European small satellite launch market. With a team of over 200 engineers and technicians, PLD Space is one of the few private companies in Europe developing its own launch vehicles.

PLD Space operates from its headquarters in Elche, Spain, with additional facilities in Teruel and Huelva. The company is expanding its workforce and actively recruits international talent, offering opportunities in engineering, aerospace, and manufacturing. Its work culture is fast-paced and innovation-driven, making it an attractive destination for professionals looking to contribute to Europe's growing space industry.

Industry: Aerospace
Founded: 2011
Employees: 100–500
Headquarters: Elche, Spain
In Spain: Elche, Teruel, Huelva
Website: pldspace.com

Good to know if you are moving

PLD Space is headquartered in Elche, a city in the Valencia region, offering a lower cost of living compared to Madrid or Barcelona.
The company is a pioneer in European private spaceflight, having launched the first private suborbital rocket in Europe.
International hires can expect to work in a fast-paced, engineering-focused environment with opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge rocket technology.
Spain offers a favorable climate and lifestyle, with Elche being close to the Mediterranean coast.
The company is actively expanding its team, with open positions in engineering, manufacturing, and testing.

In their own words

About the company & team

PLD Space is an international company whose mission is to transport satellites into space, vertically integrating the engineering, testing, manufacturing, and operations of its reusable and sustainable rockets. Based in Elche and founded in 2011 by Raúl Torres and Raúl Verdú, PLD Space has established itself as a world reference in the small satellite launch vehicle sector. Its MIURA rocket family and its LINCE crew capsule position the company as a leader in European technological sovereignty in space transportation, covering the full range of space missions.

PLD Space has more than 188,000 m² of technical facilities in Elche, Teruel, Kourou (French Guiana), and Duqm (Oman), allowing it to offer complete launch services for satellites and other payloads into space.

Teamwork, courage, determination, and ambition enable PLD Space to guarantee autonomous and reliable access to space for satellites at a globally competitive price. The company is able to offer the best launch services to commercial satellite operators, institutions, and national and international government agencies.

As a Lamination Technician, your main role within the area will involve the manufacturing of parts through manual lay-up, using materials such as prepreg and fiberglass. Your role is critical to ensuring the correct orientation, compaction, and quality of the laminate, in compliance with the technical, regulatory, and traceability requirements established.

We have five fundamental beliefs that guide the way PLD Space is shaping the future of space launch technologies.

· Teamwork

· Effort

· Dynamism

· Commitment

· Make it easy