Shot Peen Technician (2nd Shift) (1553)

VSE Aviation; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation in Bloomfield, CT, is seeking a Shot Peen Technician II to perform shot peening on aerospace components, ensuring fatigue resistance and durability per industry standards. This is a 2nd shift role in a full-time, on-site setting.

Responsibilities include following instructions, operating equipment, inspecting parts, applying protective measures, adjusting settings, and maintaining detailed process records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of shot peening or related surface treatment experience.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic in all units of measure.

Responsibilities

• Follow verbal instructions, paper routers, customer specifications, and blueprints to layout work and prepare components for shot peening.
• Operate shot peening equipment, including adjusting measurements, nozzle angles, oscillation, and air pressure settings.
• Conduct thorough visual inspections of components before and after process to identify defects or irregularities.
• Prepare components for processing, including cleaning and necessary preparations. Apply protective measures to specified areas as required by the job.
• Adjust equipment settings and parameters to meet job specifications.
• Verify intensities with Almen, strips, blocks, and measuring gauges. Measures and checks test specimens to verify conformances and specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of shot peening operations, including process parameters, machine settings, and inspection results.
• Identify and report operational issues or defects to immediate supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Bloomfield, CT 06002Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: 2nd ShiftJob Category: DOT - Safety Sensitive Position

SUMMARY: The Shot Peen Technician II is responsible for performing shot peening operations on aerospace components to enhance their fatigue resistance and overall durability. This role requires a thorough understanding of shot peening processes, equipment operation, and adherence to industry standards.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow verbal instructions, paper routers, customer specifications, and blueprints to layout work and prepare components for shot peening.
• Operate shot peening equipment, including adjusting measurements, nozzle angles, oscillation, and air pressure settings.
• Conduct thorough visual inspections of components before and after process to identify defects or irregularities.
• Prepare components for processing, including cleaning and necessary preparations. Apply protective measures to specified areas as required by the job.
• Adjust equipment settings and parameters to meet job specifications.
• Verify intensities with Almen, strips, blocks, and measuring gauges. Measures and checks test specimens to verify conformances and specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of shot peening operations, including process parameters, machine settings, and inspection results.
• Identify and report operational issues or defects to immediate supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school or equivalent.
• 2 years of experience in shot peening or related surface treatment processes.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• 4+ years of experience in shot peening or related surface treatment processes.
• Aerospace industry experience, especially overhaul and repair experience.
• Proven, verifiable shot peen/surface treat experience.

OTHER:

• The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and DOT drug testing.