Coating Technician

JOB TITLE: Coating Technician
LOCATION:New Orleans, LA
PAY RATE: $26.00 - 37.00/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Clearance: Ability to Obtain a Secret Security Clearance

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Applies organic coatings to meet corrosion protection and appearance requirements using brush, roll, and spray application methods.

• Performs organic chemical conversion and paint preparation for flight hardware.

• Reads and interprets engineering drawings and process work instructions to align work with engineering intent.

• Performs vacuum bonding of Thermal Protective Systems on flight hardware.

• Performs mechanical bonding of Thermal Protective Systems on flight hardware.

• Applies Thermal Protective Systems through spray application methods.

• Applies Thermal Protective Systems through pour application methods.

• Interprets drawings and process documents for coating and bonding operations.

• Follows assigned safety guidelines and procedures for hazardous materials handling.

• Works with vacuum and mechanical bonding techniques for thermal protection systems.

Requirements:

• Ability to Obtain a Secret Security Clearance

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and process work instructions.

• Experience applying organic coatings using brush, roll, and spray methods.

• Experience with organic chemical conversion and paint preparation processes.

• Experience with vacuum and mechanical bonding of Thermal Protective Systems.

• Experience applying Thermal Protective Systems using spray and pour methods.

• Ability to follow hazardous materials handling and safety procedures per Government regulations.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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