What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technician, Coating Thermal Spray (2nd Shift) position at Standard Aero?
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As a Coating Thermal Spray Technician, you'll be responsible for operating specialized plasma spray equipment to apply protective coatings onto aerospace components, following precise specifications and quality standards, by preparing parts, selecting the appropriate coating materials, and monitoring the plasma spray process to ensure consistent and accurate coating application on critical aircraft parts.
What you'll do:
- Cleaning, masking, and grit blasting components according to specific requirements outlined in engineering drawings.
- Setting up and adjusting plasma spray equipment, including selecting the appropriate coating materials, gas mixtures, and spray parameters.
- Operating the plasma spray system to apply coatings to components, maintaining consistent spray patterns and coating thickness.
- Performing in-process inspections using measuring tools to verify coating thickness, adhesion, and surface finish.
- Maintaining detailed records of coating parameters, batch information, and quality inspection results.
- Identifying and resolving issues related to the plasma spray process, including equipment malfunctions and coating defects.
- Adhering to all safety procedures related to hazardous materials and high-temperature operations.
- Will work in industrial setting with exposure to high heat, noise, and potentially hazardous materials.
- Will wear protective gear such as gloves, safety glasses, and respirators.
- Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
- 1 year minimum of thorough knowledge of plasma spray technology, coating materials, and their properties.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications to ensure accurate coating application.
- Familiarity with dimensional inspection techniques and quality standards.
- Understanding of machine operation and troubleshooting basic mechanical issues such as CNC machines.
Preferred Characteristics:
- Ability to program CNC equipment, new product development.
- Ability to consistently maintain high precision and quality standards in a
- demanding environment.
- Ability to work in enclosed spaces.
Benefits that make life better:
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
- Paid Time Off starting on day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Learning & Training opportunities
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It is StandardAero's policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.
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