Paint & Coatings Technician

Up to 10 openings on multiple shifts immediately available.

Compensation: Up to $50/hour plus overtime (10 hours weekly is available) 11 paid holidays, multiple weeks PTO, and full healthcare benefits.

Location: Merritt Island, Florida. These positions are 100% onsite at a space rocket facility with no possibility of remote or work-from-home.

Positions are 6-24 month contract-to-hire opportunities with high possibility to convert to FTE.

Contact for more information and for access to over 100+ other openings in space and aerospace.

Painting and sealing processes onto space vehicles, including surface preparation, masking, application, and chemicals handling

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

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:

2+ 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

Donâ t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if youâ re excited about this role but your past experience doesnâ t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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