Composite technician / Technicien Composite

You have experience in composite repairs, you have worked in aerospace and you would like to progress and develop new skills? This job is for you!

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is looking for 1 composite technician to join our tooling team based in Mirabel (Québec, Canada), where you will work with the tooling team.

You will be part of the tooling team responsible to support production.

The team organization is established to promote cross-collaboration autonomously, supporting each other and learning collectively.

Your role as a composite technician will be to assess, plan, and perform composite repairs on various parts of the aircraft, on-aircraft and in the workshop.

Your working environment:

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme headquarters is located in Mirabel, in the greater Montreal area, just a stone's throw from the vibrant city of Montreal. Known for its peaceful and safe environment, the region offers a high quality of life for young or experienced professionals and families, perfectly balancing career opportunities and outdoor activities, making it a truly special place to call home.

How we care for you:

Financial rewards: Attractive salary, annual bonus, group insurance plan, pension plan and share purchase plan.

Work / Life Balance: A hybrid working policy (according to operational needs), an on-site cafeteria, a highly competitive leave policy.

Wellbeing / Health: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discount program, on-site medical service, access to a public shuttle service between Laval (Montmorency metro station) and Mirabel, and a carpooling application.

Individual development: Opportunities for progression and numerous training possibilities (catalog of more than 10,000 e-learning courses available in open access to develop your employability, certifications, accelerated development programmes, national and international mobility).

At Airbus, we help you work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we promote flexibility in our ways of working to foster a spirit of innovation.

Your challenges:

• Understand and interpret engineering requirements

• Assess and make recommendations for repairs to be performed

• Coordinate with different trades to carry out repairs.

• Work effectively in conjunction with clients.

• Participate in the training of new employees and/or interns;

• Apply the company's current Occupational Health and Safety rules at all times;

Your profile:

Required training:

• Technical DEC OR DEP (Diplôme d'études professionnelles)

• Mastery of composite materials: Expertise in handling carbon fiber, fiberglass, Kevlar, and various resin systems (epoxy, polyester, phenolic).

• Repair techniques: In-depth knowledge of wet lay-up, prepreg draping, and structural bonding methods.

• Blueprint reading: Ability to accurately read and interpret technical drawings

• Surface preparation: Sanding, grinding, cleaning, and chemical preparation of damaged surfaces prior to applying patches.

• Vacuum bagging and curing: Mastery of vacuum bagging techniques and curing cycles (use of ovens, infrared lamps, heating blankets, or autoclaves).

• Use of specialized tools: Safe and precise handling of pneumatic, electric tools, and precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometer, thickness gauge).

• Inspection and diagnostics: Ability to assess the extent of damage (delamination, cracks, impacts) through visual inspection

• Possible on-call duties during weekends and/or holiday periods.

This work requires an awareness of all potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity; these values are the foundation of the company's success, reputation, and sustainable growth.

Don't seem to match 100%? No worries! Airbus will support you in finding the position that best suits your skills and aspirations.

Take your career to the next level by submitting your application online now!