Senior Aerospace Coatings Engineer - Jet Propulsion

Albers Aerospace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Albers Aerospace seeks an experienced Aerospace Coatings Engineer to design, test, and optimize protective finishes for engine parts. You will select materials, oversee application processes, and ensure compliance with strict military and aviation standards.

Responsibilities include developing APS/EBPVD finishes, programming coating systems, and conducting rigorous testing while supporting quality and regulatory requirements. Travel to CONUS sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of aerospace structural analysis and design experience.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Material selection and design of coatings for metal and composite substrates.
• Develop spray application, curing methods and surface preparation steps.
• Test coatings for oxidation, thermal shock, wear, and salt-spray corrosion.
• Investigate coating failures and apply Lean/Six Sigma to improve yields.
• Ensure compliance with environmental rules and aerospace specifications.
• Develop finishing techniques like APS or EBPVD.
• Program and calibrate automated coating systems (e.g., FANUC).
• Use XRF analyzers, hardness testers, and CMM to evaluate coatings.
• Draft repair instructions per 14 CFR Parts 25/43/145 and coordinate with DERs.
• Contribute to technical reports, proposals, and planning for new programs.
• Represent on-site at customer facilities; mentor and onboard new team members.

Skills

CAD tools

FEA

Defense env & safety

Lab work / hands-on

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Aerospace / Materials

5+ years aerospace experience

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

FEA software

CMM / XRF tools

Job description

Albers Aerospace seeks an experienced Aerospace Coatings Engineer to design, test, and optimize protective finishes for engine parts. You will select materials, oversee application processes, and ensure compliance with strict military and aviation standards.

Responsibilities include developing APS/EBPVD finishes, programming coating systems, and conducting rigorous testing while supporting quality and regulatory requirements. Travel to CONUS sites may be required.