Job Description

Thermal Spray Engineer

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:

• Four years minimum of experience in Aerospace MRO facility with special process responsibility, or equivalent thermal spray experience.
• Must bring a teamwork focused attitude.
• 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.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with all levels of employees, suppliers, and customers.
• Demonstrated ability to work with team environment.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CAD.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing methodology (6-sigma, 6-S, Continuous Improvement).

Education Requirements:

• BS Engineering degree Materials, Mechanical, or Industrial preferred

This position is a safety sensitive position. Applicants must comply with all applicable FAA and DOT drug and alcohol testing rules.

This position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such, employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a U.S. Person (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or Barnes timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The employer evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion.

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