Production Technician II
Heven AeroTech · Winchester, VA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Production
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level production role at Heven AeroTech (aerospace & defense) in Winchester, VA.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- Time studies, Tooling, MES
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How this role compares
Against 15 other live production postings in Virginia.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $68k–$88k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 88%
- Lean 38%
- SAP 31%
- Six Sigma 25%
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Stands out: this posting asks for Tooling, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Production team at Heven AeroTech
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
This plant: Heven AeroTech in Winchester
4 other open roles at this site.
- Assembly Technician · Manufacturing · Technician
- Senior Manufacturing Engineer · Manufacturing · Senior
- Engineering Production Manager - Hydrogen Systems · Production · Manager
- Production Technician I · Production · Technician
Full description from Heven AeroTechAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
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.
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
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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.
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