Lead Low-Observable Coatings Technician

Anduril-1; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 82,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Senior Low Observable Coatings Technician to join our advanced manufacturing team. You will prepare, mix, and apply RAM, LO coatings, and aerospace primers/topcoats to composite and metallic airframes for autonomous air vehicles, with a focus on signature performance and production discipline.

The role is hands-on in a fast-paced environment requiring 3+ years of coatings experience, proficiency with HVLP/conventional spray equipment, and the ability to read

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience applying coatings in a production or research environment.
• Proficiency with HVLP and conventional spray equipment; ability to control DFT within tight tolerances.
• Experience with composite substrate surface preparation (hand abrasion, solvent wipe, media blast).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, process specifications, and MIL-spec documents.
• U.S. Citizenship; ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret clearance.
• Ability to wear full PPE and lift up to 50 lbs; travel up to 25% domestically/internationally.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and apply LO coatings, RAM, and aerospace primers/topcoats to composites and metals.
• Perform surface preparation and masking; verify surface energy.
• Mix multi-component coating systems per specs; track pot life and viscosity.
• Apply coatings via various methods to achieve required thickness and EM performance.
• Conduct in-process quality checks and document results per aerospace standards.
• Operate and maintain spray equipment, mixing stations, booths, and curing ovens.
• Read drawings and MIL-specs; maintain batch and environmental records.
• Support development of new LO coating processes; participate in lean initiatives.
• Perform rework and repair of coatings as needed; identify process improvements.

Skills

Coatings application

HVLP spray equipment

Reading engineering drawings

Safety & PPE compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HVLP spray equipment

Conventional spray equipment

MIL-spec documents

Job description

Anduril Industries is seeking a Senior Low Observable Coatings Technician to join our advanced manufacturing team. You will prepare, mix, and apply RAM, LO coatings, and aerospace primers/topcoats to composite and metallic airframes for autonomous air vehicles, with a focus on signature performance and production discipline.

The role is hands-on in a fast-paced environment requiring 3+ years of coatings experience, proficiency with HVLP/conventional spray equipment, and the ability to read