Thermal Spray Engineer

Job Title: Thermal Spray Engineer
Locations: East Granby, CT
Pay: $110k/yr - $125k/yr (DoE)
Zip Code: 06026
Start Date: ASAP
Keywords: #Thermal Spray Engineer #AerospaceJobs

Job Description:
Core Responsibilities:
*Subject matter expert for plasma spray process.
*Develops and implements standard practices and documentation with a focus on process control. Including but not limited to process parameters, programs, procedures, setup work instructions, operation sheets.
*Leads activities and collaborates with Operations & Quality functions in support of attaining and maintaining site NADCAP accreditation for plasma spray.
*Leads NPI process development activities supporting new plasma spray repairs.
*Reviews process deviations and drives actions to prevent recurrence.
*Participate in Root Cause Corrective Action process to investigate internal and external warranties.
*Share product and process ownership responsibilities within the process engineering team.
*Mentor/Train shop floor personnel on process standards and repair techniques specifically related to the plasma spray coating process.
*Participate in cross-functional teams on process control, improvement, and optimization projects; participate in other BES activities (i.e. Kaizen, Baseline, Production, and Preparation Process (3P).

Qualifications:
*5+ years of experience in Aerospace MRO facility with special process responsibility, or equivalent thermal spray experience.
*Prior hands-on experience with Metco Plasma Spray Systems preferred.
*Working experience and deep understanding of robotic systems as applied to thermal spray processes (ABB, and Yaskawa preferred).
*Experience in programming robotics for thermal spray applications.
*Metallurgical understanding of thermal spray coatings and microstructure.
*NADCAP knowledge/experience
*Comfortable leading projects and teams.
*Experience with Lean Manufacturing Methodology (6-sigma, 6-S, Continuous Improvement).
*Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CAD.
*Must bring a teamwork focused attitude. Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with all levels of employees, suppliers, and customers.

Education Requirements:
*BS Engineering degree - Materials, Mechanical, or Industrial preferred

Software/Tools Used:
*Thermal Spray Systems - Metco Plasma Spray Systems preferred.
*Robotic systems as applied to thermal spray processes (ABB, and Yaskawa preferred).
*Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CAD.

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