Job Description
The Thermal Spray Technician Level I is responsible for applying thermal spray coatings to turbine engine components using manual and CNC techniques, following safety and quality standards, with on-the-job training provided to develop technical skills in a modern aerospace repair facility.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow safety protocols and ensure compliance with safety policies
- Interpret work instructions and shop drawings for proper thermal spray application
- Inspect, clean, mask, and prepare parts for coating
- Set up and operate thermal spray equipment, including CNC processes
- Select and apply specified coatings accurately
- Handle coatings in accordance with safety, quality, and security policies
- Remove masking and prepare parts for subsequent processes
- Perform equipment maintenance and daily checks
- Conduct process tests and use gauges to ensure coating quality
Requirements
- A minimum of six months to one year of experience in the thermal spray process.
- Able to use measuring devices such as scales, micrometers, dial indicators, go/no-go gauges, etc.
- Experience in reading shop drawings and work instructions and the documentation of work performed.
- Previous experience in the operation of overhead cranes.
- General experience using files and other hand tools to remove sharp edges from metal surfaces.
- High school or technical school graduate or equivalent.
- Familiar with or able to learn basic shop math.
- Basic knowledge of computers and standard software programs.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must be able to use hand tools and have good hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to work independently and perform the job with minimum supervision.
- Ability to lift and move parts weighing up to 50 pounds using hoists, slings, carts, or other handling methods.
- Work in varying positions, including standing and sitting for portions of the shift.
- Use of safety and personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, PPE, respirators, and TyVek jumpsuits when required.
- Pre-employment testing including fitness for duty testing, respirator fit test, and a vision exam.
Benefits & Perks
Two health care options: fully funded program with no premiums for employee and family, or traditional employee premium contribution, including health, vision, and dental coverages
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
401k program with company match
Continuing education opportunities with tuition reimbursement
Paid time off (vacation days and personal days)
Multiple shift opportunities with hourly premiums for off-shifts
Full benefits package
Training provided through extensive in-house, computer-based, and hands-on programs
Climate-controlled, modern facility
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