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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