UAV Composite Manufacturing Technician at Uniccon Group

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Uniccon Group owns Africa’s leading hub for STEM research, training, and solutions (STEMFocus). Research is the bedrock of our innovative services in the marketplace, payment gateway, workflow optimization, financial intel, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and e-learning products. We are futuristic and leading with METAVERSE and NFTs in Africa. The operations extend to Agro-commodities processing and export, fashion brands, and general contracting business. It oversees operations across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, and other parts of the world. The products are innovative, and customizable to meet market needs. Unicorn Group is a key player in their respective industries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: UAV Composite Manufacturing Technician

Location: Abuja
Job type: Full-time

The Role

• From mold preparation to final airframe assembly, you will transform raw materials into high-performance aerospace structures.
• This is a role for a craftsman who takes pride in the details—ensuring every layup is perfect, every bond is secure, and every component meets our rigorous quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabrication: Perform precision layup of carbon fiber and fiberglass using both prepreg and wet layup methods.
• Process Management: Handle resin systems, execute vacuum bagging, and manage curing cycles in ovens or autoclaves.
• Core Integration: Integrate foam or honeycomb cores into structural skins for optimized weight and strength.
• Post-Processing: Manage demolding, trimming, and finishing; perform visual inspections and basic NDT (tap testing).
• Assembly: Bond major structural components, assemble fuselage and wing sections, and install critical hardpoints and inserts.
• Tooling & Rework: Build and modify molds, jigs, and fixtures to support prototype development and production scaling.

What You Bring

• Composite Mastery: Proven experience in mold preparation and complex composite layups.
• Technical Proficiency: Expert knowledge of resin handling, vacuum bagging techniques, and curing equipment operation.
• Precision Assembly: Strong ability to bond structural components and align complex airframe assemblies.
• Hardware Integration: Skilled in the installation of aerospace inserts and structural fittings.
• Prototyping Mindset: Ability to carry out repairs, rework, and modify tooling to support engineering changes.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.