Thermal Spray Coatings Technician for Jet Engines

Chromalloy Corporation; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Bonuses (if applicable)

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Chromalloy is seeking a Chemical Process Operator to operate specialized thermal spray equipment, apply protective coatings to jet engine components, and perform masking, surface preparation, inspection, and documentation to ensure customer specs and quality standards. This role supports aviation safety and reliability, with 2nd shift Monday–Friday 3:00 pm–11:30 pm and a $3.00 shift differential.

You will also maintain a clean, safe work area and participate in 5S and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding work instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, coating specifications, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Experience operating and programming CNC equipment or production robots.
• Strong shop math skills, including fractions, decimals, multiplication, and division.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to safely operate coating equipment and work with related materials.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Operate, program, and maintain specialized thermal spray equipment in accordance with work instructions and customer specifications.
• Apply thermally deposited coatings to jet engine components.
• Perform part changeovers and execute work according to product specifications, drawings, and work instructions.
• Prepare components through masking and surface preparation activities.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on coating equipment and machinery.
• Inspect and certify your own work using measuring and inspection tools.
• Complete required quality documentation and production records.
• Follow all safety rules, PPE requirements, and quality standards.
• Support 5S, CPEX, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

English communication

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Quality mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC programming

Robotics operation

Coating equipment operation

Job description

Chromalloy is seeking a Chemical Process Operator to operate specialized thermal spray equipment, apply protective coatings to jet engine components, and perform masking, surface preparation, inspection, and documentation to ensure customer specs and quality standards. This role supports aviation safety and reliability, with 2nd shift Monday–Friday 3:00 pm–11:30 pm and a $3.00 shift differential.

You will also maintain a clean, safe work area and participate in 5S and continuous improvement