Operator - Rubber lay-up

About the role

The Operator will carry out rubber lay‑up operations on solid rocket motor components under direct supervision, applying insulation materials to prepared surfaces according to step‑by‑step work instructions.

Key responsibilities

• Apply rubber and elastomeric insulation sheets to motor case components following lay‑up sequence sheets.
• Prepare component surfaces by wiping, masking and supporting primer application.
• Cut rubber and insulation sheets to template dimensions using hand tools and cutting guides.
• Roll, press and consolidate applied rubber plies to remove air entrapment.
• Assist the Thermal Insulation Technician during curing operations and maintain cure log sheets.
• Perform basic post‑lay‑up visual checks and report any defects.

Required profile

• No prior rubber or insulation experience required; any hands‑on manufacturing background is acceptable.
• Secondary school certificate or equivalent and ability to read and follow written work instructions.
• Preferred: exposure to manual fabrication, materials handling or process‑following in an industrial setting.
• Preferred: vocational or trade qualification in manufacturing or related field; basic chemical handling awareness is an advantage.

Required skills

• Use of hand tools for cutting and shaping rubber sheets.
• Operation of cutting guides and templates.
• Use of hand rollers and consolidation tools to achieve full contact with substrates.