Firefly Aerospace - Firefly Aerospace, Inc.

The DoD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences.For Service members, SkillBridge provides an invaluable chance to work and learn in civilian career areas. For industry partners SkillBridge is an opportunity to access and leverage the world’s most highly trained and motivated workforce at no cost. Service members participating in SkillBridge receive their military compensation and benefits, and industry partners provide the training and work experience.

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACEFirefly Aerospace Inc. is an American end-to-end space transportation company committed to providing economical and convenient access to space for small payloads through the design, manufacture, and operation of reliable launch and spacecraft vehicles. Combined with Firefly’s in-space vehicles, such as the Space Utility Vehicle (SUV) and Blue Ghost Lunar Lander, Firefly provides the space industry with a single source for missions from LEO to the surface of the Moon or beyond.SUMMARYComposite technicians manufacture all production and development primary structures, tanks and secondary structures from raw fiber through delivery to the integration line. The Alpha vehicle is the only American all-composite rocket and composites will fundamentally set Firefly above the competitors. This position is located north of Cedar Park, in Briggs, TX.Full training is provided. If you have a passion for learning, strong attention to detail, and the idea of building rockets excites you - then we encourage you to apply.RESPONSIBILITIESPerform all the steps in making aerospace grade composite parts, including but not limited to:Cut carbon using hand tools to high tolerancePerform bonding operations (abrade, clean, prep adhesives, etc)Hand lamination of various materials including (carbon, glass, Kevlar, film adhesives and foam or metallic cores)Perform full vacuum bag cure cycles from running instrumentation, debulking through monitoring oven runsCure materials per mfr specMaterial handling pursuant to AS9100Support con-ops and tooling design meetings for future productsImprove composite operations and product designs with engineeringConstantly improve the fabrication operations and drive efficiency projects from the ground upBASIC QUALIFICATIONSMust have a HS diploma and a minimum of 2 or more years of direct experience demonstrated mechanical aptitude, attention to detailMeticulous craftsmanshipDemonstrated ability to drill and lay out precision holesProficient use of Pneumatic tools, hand tools, Power tools, and Precision measurement instrumentsShop organization and cleanlinessUse of personal protective equipmentFIREFLY AEROSPACE DOD SKILLBRIDGE CRITERIAMust be a current Active Duty ServicememberMust be separating from the Military in 4-12 monthsMust be able to complete a minimum of 8 weeks and up to a maximum of 6 months SkillBridge internshipMust be able to complete 40 hours per weekWillingness to learn from others on the jobWill receive an honorable dischargeHas taken any service TAPS/TGPSHas attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 monthsReceived Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSThis is a military transitional program that does not provide compensation through Firefly Aerospace. If selected for full-time employment with Firefly Aerospace upon completion of SkillBridge you will be eligible for: base salary rate commensurate with experience. Additional benefits include options such as our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Domestic Partners Coverage and a full complement of personal and professional benefits.To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.