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26.04.2025

10.06.2025

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Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity set the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Compensation Data

The compensation range for this position is:

$74,873.00 - $93,591.00

Job Summary

GKN Aerospace is seeking a dedicated Sr. Physical Vapor Deposition Technician to work on new product development and support existing products for transparencies (glass/plastics) used on military and commercial aircraft.

Job Responsibilities

• Support R&D Engineering with Physical Vapor Deposition coating projects and new product development.
• Assist with chemical flow coatings and preparation of samples, as directed.
• Work with operators to run Physical Vapor Deposition coating tests in vacuum chambers.
• Coordinate with Operations to schedule coating testing.
• Perform physical testing of products and use machine shop equipment to fabricate test samples/coupons, as directed.
• Manage day-to-day workload independently.
• Support plant operations under the direction of R&D engineering.
• Assist in sample preparation work in the machine shop.
• Collect and compile test data.
• Support R&D activities in characterizing thin film materials.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in physics or material sciences, or 5 years of experience in Physical Vapor Deposition process and equipment.
• 2 years of experience with Physical Vapor Deposition/Sputter coating, vacuum chambers, machine shop equipment, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• U.S. Citizenship to comply with ITAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College-level background in science and math, with relevant work experience.
• Hands-on sample preparation skills, detail-oriented, able to follow instructions.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Aerospace industry experience, especially in physical vapor deposition.
• Experience with PLC and other software is a plus.
• Teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with machine shop equipment and aerospace test standards.
• Strong attention to detail and good communication skills.

We offer fantastic challenges and opportunities. Join us to be part of a cutting-edge industry organization committed to pushing boundaries and providing top training.

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome at GKN. We value diversity, inclusion, and belonging, creating a culture where everyone can contribute. We’re committed to accessible recruitment and reasonable adjustments during the process.

We’re shaping the future of aerospace innovation and technology with human dreams and endeavor.

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Created on 26/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom