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      <Title>Finishing – Composites Technician</Title>
      <Description><![CDATA[<p>As a Finishing – Composites Technician, you will be responsible for the final surface preparation and detailing of composite components. This includes scarf repairs, sanding, fairing, and prepping surfaces for paint or bonding. You will work closely with other technicians and engineers to ensure every part meets strict cosmetic and dimensional specifications.</p>
<p>Key Responsibilities:
Perform surface finishing operations on composite parts, including wet layup, filling, sanding, spraying gelcoat and refining the surface.
Mix and apply surface fillers, and gelcoat per process requirements
Sand and smooth complex contours while maintaining tolerance and surface quality
Identify and repair surface defects such as pinholes, delamination, or surface voids using tap tests
Prepare parts for painting, bonding, or assembly through proper surface treatment
Follow detailed work instructions, drawings, and engineering specifications
Maintain cleanliness and organization in finishing areas; manage dust control systems
Collaborate with the quality team to ensure finished parts meet visual and dimensional standards
Follow procedures and track time on a tablet.</p>
<p>Requirements:
2+ years of experience in marine composite finishing, surfacing, or similar hands-on fabrication work
Strong experience with sanding tools, fairing materials, and manual finishing techniques
Ability to achieve Class A or near-Class A surface finishes (preferred but not required)
High attention to detail and patience for repetitive, fine-surface work
Familiarity with epoxy-based fillers, primers, and surface prep chemicals
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions
U.S. Person (citizen or permanent resident) required due to DoD-related work</p>
<p>Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in marine composite surfacing
Familiarity with MIL-SPEC or AS9100 quality standards
Experience using DA sanders, longboards, and vacuum-assisted finishing tools
Understand how to use Binks &amp; MVP spray equipment
Background in paint prep or bonded surface prep is a plus
Experience working with gel coats, topcoats, or marine-grade finishes</p>
<p>Benefits:
Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office</p>
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      <Jobtype>full-time</Jobtype>
      <Experiencelevel>mid</Experiencelevel>
      <Workarrangement>onsite</Workarrangement>
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      <Skills>marine composite finishing, surfacing, sanding tools, fairing materials, manual finishing techniques, epoxy-based fillers, primers, surface prep chemicals, technical drawings, work instructions, marine composite surfacing, MIL-SPEC or AS9100 quality standards, DA sanders, longboards, vacuum-assisted finishing tools, Binks &amp; MVP spray equipment, paint prep, bonded surface prep, gel coats, topcoats, marine-grade finishes</Skills>
      <Category>Engineering</Category>
      <Industry>Technology</Industry>
      <Employername>Saronic Technologies</Employername>
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      <Employerdescription>Saronic Technologies develops state-of-the-art solutions for maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.</Employerdescription>
      <Employerwebsite>https://www.saronictechnologies.com/</Employerwebsite>
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      <Applyto>https://jobs.lever.co/saronic/a67c98ca-974a-47cc-860b-4138c65722d9</Applyto>
      <Location>San Francisco</Location>
      <Country></Country>
      <Postedate>2026-04-17</Postedate>
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