Chemical Process Engineer Aerospace Plating

StandardAero; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off from day one

Bonus opportunities

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

StandardAero in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Chemical Engineer to lead aerospace chemical processing operations, ensuring quality and driving continuous improvement across electroplating and chemical treatments. You will collaborate with Production, Quality, Lab, Process Planning, and Business Development to troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and support regulatory audits.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in Chemical Engineering or related field, with strong knowledge of electroplating and process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English.
• Experience with electroplating and aerospace materials is required or highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for electroplating and chemical treatment operations.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Lab, Process Planning, and Business Development teams.
• Lead or support NADCAP Chemical Processing audits.
• Develop internal process flowcharts, procedures, and work instructions.

Skills

Electroplating

Electrochemical processes

Aerospace materials

Process monitoring

FMEA/RCCA

Engineering drawings interpretation

Measurement equipment (XRF/AA)

Chemical management software (True-Cem

Microsoft Office

Visualization/Reporting

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

True-Chem or similar chemical management software

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

As a Chemical Engineer, you'll have the responsibility of providing technical leadership and engineering support for aerospace chemical processing operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards, optimizing process performance, and maintaining quality throughout electroplating and chemical treatment processes. The position partners closely with Production, Quality, Laboratory, Process Planning, and Business Development teams to troubleshoot issues, drive continuous improvement initiatives, support regulatory audits, and enhance operational efficiency.

What you'll do

• Assist Process Planning by correcting and revising job routers and travelers.
• Support Sales and Business Development by providing technical expertise on current process capabilities and potential growth opportunities.
• Actively participate in NADCAP Chemical Processing audits.
• Develop internal process flowcharts, procedures, and work instructions.
• Assist Production, Quality, and Laboratory teams with troubleshooting process tank and customer part issues.
• Support documentation control to ensure compliance with industry and customer specifications.
• Communicate effectively with vendors, contractors, and customers during facility visits.
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives focused on lean manufacturing and cost reduction.
• Monitor process performance through chemical analysis and trend evaluation to improve process stability and quality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English.

Desired Skills

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (ITAR, Export Control, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of electroplating, electrochemical processes, and aerospace materials.
• Proficient in using measurement and analytical equipment, including micrometers, XRF, and AA spectrometers.
• Experienced with True-Chem or similar chemical management software and chemical process control.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical callouts, and industry specifications (AMS, ASTM, MIL).
• Skilled in analyzing process data, performing trend analysis, and applying FMEA and RCCA methodologies for continuous improvement.
• Capable of auditing chemical processing operations and calculating process tank chemical additions and part surface areas.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio) and Adobe Acrobat for documentation, reporting, and communication.

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

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ABOUT US

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero's policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.