This is an exciting new position that will provide cross-functional support in the Boulder Process Centers. The primary assignment will be in the Paint work center; learning to paint 3D hardware as well as applying multiple paint schemes There is also the ability to cross-training throughout the department in areas such as Metal Finish, Critical clean and or Lubrication Labs.

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution – from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

What You’ll Do:

• Paint:
  • Work with solvents, acids and bases, and using personal protective equipment, gloves, safety glasses and use of a respirator is required. Must understand and comply with all safety and environmental regulations.
  • Position requires strong attention to detail and compliance to industry, environmental, health and safety standards.
  • Position requires ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints to determine masking and painting requirements.
  • Core duties include but are not limited to: surface preparation for painting operations; detailed masking; un masking; final cleaning of parts; operation of paint equipment and ovens; and, preparation of paint for application to hardware.
  • Must be able to serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and resolutions.
  • Position requires the ability to learn and perform application of paint coatings.
  • Position requires ability to perform work area maintenance activities including area organization, chemical handling and chemical replenishment.
• Support other work centers, including but not limited to:
  • Metal Finish processes include anodizing, chromate conversion coating, etching and passivation. Exacting masking standards are required for many of the processes.
  • Critical Clean provides precision cleaning of hardware, assemblies and subassemblies. Stringent post cleaning verification testing is required.
  • Lubrication provides cleaning and lubrication of motors, gearboxes, bearings and fasteners. Disassembly, lubrication and reassembly of intricate and delicate hardware is often required.

• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 2 or more years of related experience.
• Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor’s or Master’s, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and build documentation for aerospace hardware and use electronic engineering and production databases. Ability to organize and document various data inputs.
• Ability to work under Constructive direction towards predetermined long-range goals and objectives.
• Masking experience.
• Ability to pass in-house certifications including personal protective equipment, hazardous waste, hazard communication, crane, and cleanroom practices.
• Ability to work in a team environment with engineers, assemblers, technicians, customers and auditors.
• Ability to relate well with others, and guide and lead less experienced employees.

• Experience using Microsoft Windows operating system including Excel, Outlook and Word is preferred.
• Previous experience working on delicate or critical hardware and in cleanrooms or clean benches is preferred.