Title:

Thermal Spray Engineer Location:

Carson City, NV Compensation:

$82,000-$110,000

Schedule:

Full-time, on-site •

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IS OFFERED

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Position Summary:

We are seeking a Thermal Spray Engineer to develop, support, and optimize Air Plasma Spray (APS) and thermal spray coating processes used on aerospace and industrial gas turbine components. This is a hands-on manufacturing engineering role focused on process development, robotic coating programs, troubleshooting, equipment improvements, new product introduction, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

Develop, qualify, and optimize APS / thermal spray coating processes . Create and improve robotic spray programs, tooling, fixtures, and process parameters. Support FANUC robotic coating systems and equipment upgrades. Troubleshoot coating and manufacturing issues and implement sustainable corrective actions. Support new product introduction, process qualification, and production readiness. Improve process capability, quality, yield, throughput, and cost. Work with Manufacturing, Quality, Materials, Design, and Operations teams on turbine component repairs and production processes. Develop technical procedures, specifications, reports, and work instructions. Support dimensional inspection using CMM, laser/white-light scanning, gauges, and related measurement equipment.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials, Metallurgical Engineering, or related engineering discipline . 2+ years of manufacturing, process, aerospace, or gas turbine engineering experience. Experience with coating technologies; thermal spray or Air Plasma Spray experience strongly preferred . Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical requirements. Experience supporting manufacturing process development and troubleshooting.

Preferred:

Air Plasma Spray (APS), HVOF, or other thermal spray experience. FANUC robotic programming and optimization. Aerospace or industrial gas turbine component manufacturing/repair experience. Metallurgical laboratory and coating evaluation experience. CMM, laser scanning, white-light scanning, or other dimensional inspection methods. 3D CAD and/or FEA experience. Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience. Familiarity with FAA PMA and RS-DER requirements.

Additional Requirements:

Due to government regulations, candidates must qualify as a U.S. Person , including U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or individuals with approved U.S. asylee or refugee status. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable background and drug screening requirements.

Pay:

$82,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person