Aerospace Painter

*Job Title: Technician - Integration Engineer*

*Duration: 6+ months *

*Location: Merritt Island FL*

*Job Description :*

Painting and sealing processes on the New Glenn vehicle, including surface preparation, masking, application, and chemicals handling
Performing hand and spray-on applications of paints and foam insulation onto flight hardware
Application of logos, symbols, or designs on painted surfaces, based on specifications, using measuring instruments, stencils, and patterns
Application of thermal protection systems (TPS) onto New Glenn flight hardware
Performing surface preparation, fixturing, adhesive application, gap filling, and vacuum bagging of large structures
Adhering to equipment requirements, method, and sequences of operation to be followed in fabrication of parts using materials such as sealants, primers, RTV adhesives, solvents, foam insulation, and consumable materials
Understands, follows, and completes work instructions, and contributes to safety, quality, process, and work instruction continuous improvement
Check completed products for conformance to specifications and for defects
Ability to support scheduled work shift, overtime, and weekends if/when vital.
Qualifications:
Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space
High School diploma or GED
2+ years of experience in aerospace coating and thermal protection applications
Expertise in one or more of the following: primer/topcoat spray-out and hand application, spray/molded foam insulation applications, conversion coating applications, sealant applications, adhesive bonding, RTV bonding of TPS, ablative TPS materials, foam insulation applications, pressure sensitive adhesive applications, vacuum bagging, thermal blankets, applying sealants, conversion coatings, primers, adhesives, and other special finishes
Knowledge of safety procedures for chemicals handling
Must be able to be respirator qualified
Ability to work respectfully and cooperatively with diverse teams in a dynamic environment displaying strong work ethic with close attention to detail
Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures
Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to climb ladders/stairs and work in small, restricted areas
Perform repetitive work including lifting of heavy items, > 50lbs
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Desired:
3+ Years of experience working with aerospace thermal protection systems or coatings
Industry certification, trade school training and/or degree in related field
Demonstrated success as a “hands-on” technical leader
Work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities
Continuous improvement mindset. Our job is never complete; we are always refining and improving
Intense curiosity for understanding the details of our business and how to optimize it
Experience in handling large aerospace components
Experience in assembling large tight-tolerance structures
Experience in new product introduction
Experience in a team-based Lean Manufacturing environment
Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* 12 hour shift
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Evening shift
* Every weekend
* Monday to Friday
* Morning shift
* Night shift
* Overnight shift
* Rotating shift
* Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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