Coating Engineer

Own the technical and production support, development, and optimization of Air Plasma Spray (APS) coating processes for aerospace and industrial gas turbine components.

You'll lead new program development, deploy upgraded equipment, drive continuous improvement, and partner across engineering on process maturity, NPI, and capital projects at the site.

• Drive process capability and maturity for APS coatings, optimizing production and product designs through lean problem-solving with measurable KPI impact.
• Develop new APS programs — including robotic programming (FANUC preferred), tooling, and qualification.
• Lead equipment upgrade and continuous improvement projects end-to-end
• Own assigned components and processes from concept through manufacturing; troubleshoot issues, implement solutions, and monitor sustainability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on designs and repairs that meet cost, performance, and durability targets.
• Prepare technical reports, specs, and procedures; present to internal and external audiences and mentor less experienced staff. Occasional travel required.

• BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Aerospace preferred) with 2+ years in aerospace or industrial gas turbine engine mechanical design.
• Experience in coating technologies
• Experience with CMM, white-light/laser scanning, gages, and other measurement techniques.
• Robotic programming and optimization (FANUC) is preferred
• Knowledge of gas turbine manufacturing processes (preferred), along with finite element analysis, and 3D CAD modeling experience
• Knowledge of metallurgical lab methods and ability to interpret engineering drawings and specs is preferred
• Familiarity with FAA PMA and RS-DER guidelines preferred.
• Strong program management and communication skills.

This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs.

This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements.

Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels.

Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions.

We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

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