Bonder

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COBALT AERO SERVICES, LLC

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Hot Springs, Arkansas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Bonding Technician assembles and bonds composite and metal materials for aircraft components while ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and quality standards. Responsibilities include preparing surfaces, applying bonding agents, operating curing equipment, and performing structural repairs.

Qualifications

You have experience with adhesive bonding and structural bonding repairs on aircraft components, including preparation of surfaces, mixing and application of bonding agents, and operation of bonding equipment. You are able to interpret and follow repair manuals, engineering drawings, and technical work instructions, while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and quality standards.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Adhesive bonding

Structural bonding

Composite repair

Metallic structure repair

Surface preparation

Masking

Adhesives

Sealants

Bonding agents

Bonding fixtures

Vacuum bagging

Heat blankets

Curing processes

Repair manuals

Engineering drawings

Technical work instructions

FAA regulations

PPE

Job Description

The Bonding Technician assembles and bonds composite and metal materials to produce finished components. This role prepares materials, applies bonding agents, operates bonding equipment, and ensures product quality through inspection, finishing, and repair processes.. 

Essential Job Functions:

  • Perform adhesive bonding and structural bonding repairs on aircraft components, including nacelle, composite, and metallic structures.
  • Prepare surfaces for bonding through cleaning, sanding, chemical treatment, and masking in accordance with repair specifications.
  • Mix and apply approved adhesives, sealants, and bonding agents following manufacturer instructions.
  • Install and maintain bonding fixtures, vacuum bagging systems, and heat blankets for curing processes.
  • Monitor and control curing cycles, temperature, and pressure requirements during bonding operations.
  • Inspect bonded assemblies for proper adhesion, alignment, and workmanship.
  • Interpret and follow repair manuals, engineering drawings, and technical work instructions.
  • Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, company procedures, and quality standards.
  • Maintain accurate work records, job cards, and repair documentation.
  • Adhere to safety procedures, including proper use of PPE and respirators when working with adhesives and chemicals.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Positions Supervised: None

Requirements:

  • Familiar with Internal Customer Interfaces, as defined by the process assigned.
  • Acquire and maintain hand tools, if necessary, to complete work assigned.
  • Cleans work area, when required with minimal supervision.
  • Have a basic understanding of computer processes involved in daily operations.
  • Have a good understanding of blueprints, technical manuals and planning documents with normal supervision.

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COBALT AERO SERVICES, LLC

Cobalt Aero Services is an FAA/EASA Repair Station providing maintenance, repair and overhaul services focused on aero structure components: Fan Reversers, Inlet Cowls, Fan Cowls, Core Cowls, Exhaust Nozzles, Flight Control Surfaces, Airframe Structures and Airframe Doors.
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