PA Composites Repair Shift Lead

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This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

Composites Repair Shift Lead (A, B & C Shifts)
Position Summary
The Composites Repair Shift Lead provides technical leadership and operational oversight for composite repair activities across A, B, and C shifts at New Glen. This position ensures repair capability is consistently available by coordinating personnel, repair materials, tooling, hot bond equipment, and repair documentation while supporting production priorities and maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
The Shift Lead serves as the central point of contact for composite repair operations, ensuring standardized repair practices, efficient execution of scarf repairs, and continuous communication between shifts.
Primary Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
Coordinate composite repair activities across all production shifts.
Prioritize repair work based on production requirements and aircraft schedules.
Provide technical guidance for scarf repairs, bonded repairs, and other approved composite repair methods.
Support production teams in determining repair feasibility and execution plans.
Ensure consistent repair practices between shifts.
Repair Material & Equipment Management
Coordinate availability of repair materials, consumables, adhesives, prepregs, core materials, peel ply, release films, vacuum bagging supplies, and ancillary items.
Maintain readiness of hot bonders and associated repair equipment.
Coordinate calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hot bond equipment.
Monitor tooling availability and ensure required repair fixtures are accessible.
Maintain inventory levels and communicate material shortages before they impact production.
Technical Support
Provide hands-on support for complex composite repairs.
Assist technicians with repair planning, layup sequencing, cure profiles, and vacuum integrity.
Verify repair setups prior to cure.
Ensure repairs comply with engineering dispositions, repair manuals, and approved procedures.
Support first-time or non-routine repairs.
Quality & Compliance
Promote adherence to FAA, company, and engineering requirements.
Verify repair documentation is complete and accurate.
Monitor repair quality trends and recommend process improvements.
Participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions related to composite repairs.
Support audits and quality inspections.
Shift Coordination
Conduct shift turnover meetings to ensure continuity of ongoing repairs.
Communicate equipment status, material availability, and repair priorities across A, B, and C shifts.
Coordinate support resources during high-production periods.
Escalate issues affecting repair capability or schedule.
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to reduce repair cycle time.
Standardize scarf repair processes and hot bonder utilization.
Develop best practices for composite repair execution.
Support technician training and mentoring.
Recommend improvements in tooling, materials, and repair methods.
Key Focus Areas
Scarf repairs
Hot bonder operations
Bonded composite repairs
Composite damage assessment support
Repair material coordination
Equipment readiness
Process standardization
Cross-shift communication
Technical troubleshooting
Production support
Desired Qualifications
Extensive experience in aircraft composite repair.
Demonstrated expertise with scarf repairs and bonded repair techniques.
Proficiency operating and troubleshooting hot bond equipment.
Strong understanding of composite materials and repair processes.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, SRMs, repair specifications, and work instructions.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Proven leadership experience in a production or maintenance environment.
Success Measures
Reduced repair delays due to material or equipment shortages.
Increased hot bonder availability and utilization.
Consistent repair quality across all shifts.
Improved production flow through coordinated repair support.
Reduced repair cycle times.
Standardized repair execution throughout New Glen.
Effective communication and continuity between A, B, and C shifts.

Culture Statement

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Benefits

• Benefits include:  Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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