Surface Prep Technician

V2X, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability benefits

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Learning & Development

Employee assistance

Job summary

V2X, Inc. is seeking a Surface Prep Technician for 1st shift at our Modernization and Sustainment site in Indianapolis, IN. The role focuses on removing coatings and preparing surfaces to exact specifications, supporting secure and efficient operations.

Responsibilities include selecting appropriate abrasives, blending finishes, and inspecting parts to ensure conformity to drawings and tolerances. Relevant experience and ability to obtain a Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret prints, drawings, process routings, and specifications.
• Thorough knowledge of metals, plastics, and other materials and how they react to surface prep operations.
• Knowledge of surface prep techniques, abrasive materials, coating removal methods, and blending techniques.

Responsibilities

• Removes coatings, excess material, and surface defects using revolving abrasive wheels, belts, and other specialized tools.
• Blends surface imperfections and coatings to achieve a uniform appearance.
• Prepares surfaces for subsequent processes, ensuring proper adhesion and finish quality.
• Smooths surfaces and produces specified finishes by using appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Selects abrasive materials, tools, and equipment according to material type, finish specification, and coating removal needs.
• Replaces worn abrasive materials and tools.
• Examines parts for finish acceptability and conformance to specifications.

Skills

Reading prints

Interpreting drawings

Materials knowledge

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Abrasive wheels & belts

Job description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

V2X is hiring! We are looking for a Surface Prep Technician (1st shift) to support the Modernization and Sustainment site in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Removes coatings, excess material, and surface defects from items using revolving abrasive wheels, belts, and other specialized tools.
• Blends surface imperfections and coatings to achieve a uniform appearance.
• Prepares surfaces for subsequent processes, ensuring proper adhesion and finish quality.
• Smooths surfaces and produces specified finishes by using appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Selects abrasive materials, tools, and equipment according to the type of material, finish specification, and coating being removed.
• Replaces worn abrasive materials and tools.
• Examines parts for acceptability of finish and conformance to specifications.
• May be designated according to the type of material or process performed.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 0-2 years of related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret prints, drawings, process routings, and specifications.
• Thorough knowledge of various types of metals, plastics, and other materials and their reactions to surface preparation operations.
• Knowledge of surface preparation techniques, abrasive materials, coating removal methods, and blending techniques.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.

Benefits include the following:

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.