Composite Technician

About this role

At REGENT, we’re on a mission to revolutionize regional transportation between coastal cities. We're not just building vehicles, we're creating a new category of transportation: the Seaglider. These groundbreaking wing-in-ground-effect craft travel just above the water’s surface, combining the speed of an airplane with the low operating costs of a boat. Capable of 180 miles at 180 mph on today's battery tech (and up to 400 miles with next-gen batteries), Seagliders will unlock fast, affordable, and sustainable coastal transit for passengers and cargo - connecting cities, islands, and communities like never before.

Backed by leading investors and powered by a team of passionate, forward-thinking engineers, builders, and operators, we’re now scaling from a breakthrough prototype to full production - and building the team to make it happen.

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Composite Technician to join our team in the development of the Seaglider, a groundbreaking wing-in-ground-effect vehicle that will transform regional coastal transportation. This role requires a seasoned builder who excels in hands-on composite fabrication and optimizing build processes, ensuring high standards of safety and quality. As a Composite Technician, you will drive innovation and operational excellence in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

If you’re energized by working at the intersection of cutting-edge innovation, real-world impact, and hands-on engineering, you’ll be in the right place - and we’d be thrilled to have you on the team!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

- Fabricate, assemble, and integrate composite vehicle parts, following precise build procedures like prepreg lamination, vacuum bagging, and infusion. Interpret engineering drawings, communicate process updates, and provide prototype feedback.

- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including design, manufacturing, and reliability engineering, to facilitate efficient part manufacturing and ensure compliance with project timelines and budgets.

- Provide advanced technical support in the assembly, design, and maintenance of structural components. Troubleshoot complex systems and processes, ensuring high-quality build standards.

- Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies. Promote a culture of safety within the team and participate in safety training initiatives.

- Implement and execute quality assurance protocols to ensure all products meet industry standards. Conduct inspections and maintain accurate quality documentation.

- Maintain accurate records of fabrication processes, inspections, and maintenance activities. Prepare reports and contribute to technical documentation.

- Collaborate with engineering to develop processes, build techniques, tooling, and implement efficient lamination, cure, and trim practices. Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.

- Mentor and train fellow technicians in composite fabrication practices, leading small teams in project tasks to promote skill development and team efficiency.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

- Advanced and professional experience in a hands-on composite manufacturing environment, preferably in aerospace, automotive, or marine industry

- Ability to modify and repair infused and prepreg carbon fiber composite structures, cored structures, and local reinforcements

- Proficiency in reading and understanding detailed ply layups, schematics, technical drawings, manuals, and reports

- Ability to provide engineering with feedback on build process and manufacturability

- Demonstrated ability to use precision measuring instruments, gauge blocks, lasers, gravity measurement techniques, and working with metrology specialists

- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and adapt to rapidly changing roles and responsibilities in a high-paced, challenging work environment

- Ability to adapt to rapidly changing work assignments and environments

- Must be able to work extended hours on-site, including weekends, and be flexible with shift work (1st or 2nd shift).

- Willingness to travel up to 10% for short and extended trips as needed.

- Physical ability to perform job duties, including standing or sitting for extended periods and lifting up to 25 lbs.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

- Collaborative Team Player: You believe that great things happen when teams work together. You communicate effectively and collaborate with engineers, stakeholders, and other cross-functional teams to align on goals and move projects forward. You bring people together, ensuring that everyone is on the same page and moving towards a shared vision.

- Creative Problem Solver: You thrive on tackling complex challenges and finding innovative solutions. Whether you're resolving installation challenges, debugging elusive electrical issues, or adapting on the fly during integration and test, you bring a practical, inventive mindset to every problem. You don't just patch issues - you improve processes, anticipate downstream impacts, and help turn one-off fixes into scalable solutions that raise the bar for future builds.

- Adaptable & Agile: In a fast-paced, ever-evolving startup environment, you quickly adapt to changing priorities and requirements. You approach challenges with a calm, resilient mindset, and know how to pivot and adjust your approach as needed, ensuring that progress continues without missing a beat.

- Innovative Mindset: You’re driven by curiosity and a passion for technology. You’re passionate about driving continuous improvement, embracing new technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency, quality, and team performance.

WHAT WE OFFER

- Competitive compensation including a robust equity incentive plan.

- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance - we cover 100% of your premiums.

- 401(k) with company matching, so you can plan for the future.

- 10 days of paid time off and…