Production Technician II

Title: Production Technician II
Company: Heven AeroTech
Location: Winchester, Virginia
FLSA: Non-Exempt

About Our Company:
At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we don’t just believe in the power of people—we build our success on it. As a recognized leader in hydrogen powered drones, we’ve earned recognition for creating a workplace where innovation thrives, collaboration is second nature, and every employee feels valued. Our culture is anchored in trust, and a shared commitment to excellence. We know that great organizations are built by extraordinary teams. That’s why we invest in your professional growth, offering robust training programs, leadership development opportunities, and a clear pathway for advancement. At Heven, your voice matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a tangible impact.

Role Summary:
The Production Technician II – UAS Assembly & Composites performs independent structural assembly, system integration, and composite fabrication tasks within a quality-controlled manufacturing environment. This role supports production stability, throughput performance, and configuration discipline as the organization scales. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform structural assembly and mechanical integration independently. 
• Install propulsion, structural, and system components. 
• Interpret engineering drawings and digital work instructions. 
• Perform composite layups, bonding, trimming, and finishing tasks. 
• Execute structural bonding procedures per approved processes. 
• Maintain cleanliness and discipline in composite areas. 
• Support line balance and throughput targets. 
• Assist in troubleshooting minor build issues. 
• Cross-train across multiple production stations. 
• Ensure builds match approved baseline revisions. 
• Record work accurately in ERP/MES. 
• Support traceability requirements. 
• Follow composite and manufacturing safety protocols. 
• Support continuous improvement efforts. 

Qualifications & Experience:

Required:

• 2–5 years’ experience in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, composites, or mechanical fabrication. 
• Experience reading engineering drawings independently. 
• Experience using torque tools and controlled fastening. 
• Strong mechanical aptitude. 
• Ability to work in fast-paced manufacturing environment.   

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods (up to 8–10 hours per shift) while performing assembly and composite fabrication tasks on a production floor.
• Frequent use of hands and fine motor skills for precision assembly, composite layup, trimming, bonding, sanding, and finishing operations.
• Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver materials, tooling, and aircraft components up to 30 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally, with or without assistance.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions and sustained hand/arm movements associated with composite fabrication, including cutting, sanding, and tool operation.
• Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, and working in confined or limited-access areas within aircraft structures or tooling fixtures.
• Close visual acuity required for detailed inspection of composite surfaces, fiber alignment, bonding quality, and adherence to technical drawings and work instructions, including color differentiation when required.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment with exposure to composite materials, resins, adhesives, and dust, requiring consistent use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as respirators, gloves, eye protection, and ESD protection

Benefits Overview:
Heven AeroTech offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off/sick, and additional protections such as critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, and short- and long-term disability.