AO Racing has quickly risen to one of the benchmark teams in Professional Sportscar Racing with a commitment to on-track excellence and fan engagement. AO Racing commands attention with its fun liveries and fan-friendly presence. The iconic liveries of “Rexy” and “Roxy” the T-Rex Porsche 911 GT3 Rawrs and “Spike” the LMP2 Dragon have captivated fans worldwide earning AO Racing a dedicated following. We are currently competing in both the IMSA WeatherTech & European LeMans Championships. As we continue to build our programs for the future, we are looking for the right people to grow with us.
As Lead Composite Technician, you will oversee AO Racing's composites department while remaining hands-on in the fabrication, repair, and development of race-winning components. This role is responsible for setting quality standards, managing departmental priorities, mentoring team members, and ensuring the delivery of high-performance composite parts that support our race and development programs.
You'll be great at this role if you:
- You are a hands-on leader who enjoys mentoring and developing technicians.
- You thrive in high-pressure motorsports environments where precision and speed matter.
- You can balance multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
- You communicate effectively with engineers, mechanics, and race operations personnel.
- You continuously look for ways to improve efficiency, quality, and reliability.
- You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining a clean work environment.
- You are comfortable traveling and supporting race weekends as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the composites department, including workload planning, scheduling, and team development.
- Fabricate, repair, and maintain composite components including bodywork, aerodynamic surfaces, and structural assemblies.
- Coordinate with engineering and race operations teams to support vehicle development and race preparation.
- Perform advanced composite manufacturing processes including vacuum bagging, autoclave curing, and repair work.
- Establish and maintain quality standards, procedures, and documentation.
- Manage composite materials, tooling, consumables, and inventory.
- Support testing and race events, including trackside repairs and damage assessment.
- Read, understand, and follow series regulations, homologation specs, and tolerances.
- Monitor and track wear items and report to engineers when they are out of spec.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on performance, quality, and efficiency.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and professional work environment while representing AO Racing on and off the track.
Qualifications & Experience
- 5+ years of composite fabrication and repair experience, preferably in professional motorsports, aerospace, or a high-performance manufacturing environment.
- Prior leadership, supervisory, or mentoring experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of composite manufacturing and repair techniques, including vacuum bagging and autoclave curing.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
- Strong planning, organization, and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; related technical education preferred.
Why AO Racing?
There are many benefits that come with working with us as a Full-time employee such as:
- 100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for employees and their eligible family members.
- Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
- Retirement Plan
- Parental Leave
- All travel expenses covered
- Modern, clean, and well-equipped shop
- Great team environment and work ethic
