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NIAR Composites Fabrication Student Assistant

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NIAR Composites Fabrication Student Assistant

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Department
NIAR Composites & Structures

Campus Location
Wichita, KS - Other Wichita Location

Hire Type
Part Time

Pay
$19 per hour

Work Schedule  Based on class schedule; work is performed on-site and in person.

Export Compliance Requirement
This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a "U.S. Person”.

Job Story
The Composites Lab at Wichita State University is looking for a Student assistant to join our Composite Fabrication team. This position provides hands-on experience in manufacturing advanced composite structures used in aerospace research and development. The ideal candidate enjoys working with their hands, following detailed processes, and contributing to a collaborative research environment.

Job Summary
A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.

Job Duties
• Assist with composite material preparation, cutting, and layup.
• Fabricate composite panels, coupons, molds, and research components following engineering specifications.
• Perform precise hand layup while following instructions.
• Perform vacuum bagging and prepare parts for autoclave and oven curing.
• De-mold cured laminates without damaging them.
• Follow laboratory procedures and accurately document manufacturing activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment

Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications
• Operation of some basic shop hand tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written work instructions.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing or laboratory environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience using MS Office suite.
• Self-motivated, self-disciplined, organized, and driven individual.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Interested in learning about aerospace materials and processes.

Additional Information
• Lift large tools and boxes in and out of the freezer. (75lbmax)

Physical Requirements
Ability to remain in a stationary position.
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators.
Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.

 

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