JOB DESCRIPTION

Lead Thermal Spray - Coating Technician

Cincinnati, OH

Weekend Shift: 3/12-hour Shifts Friday - Sunday (11% Shift Differential; start times include 4am-4pm, 5am-5pm or 6am-6pm)

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

As a Lead Thermal Spray Coating Technician you’ll support daily thermal spray operations by working closely with a team of technicians. This role is highly hands-on, combining technical expertise with team leadership to guide day-to-day activities, promote best practices, and foster a safe and efficient manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will serve as a resource and mentor to the team, helping drive quality, productivity, and continuous improvement while contributing directly to coating operations.

What you’ll do

• Lead and support a team of thermal spray technicians in daily operations
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot thermal spray equipment (e.g., HVOF, plasma, arc spray)
• Ensure coatings meet customer specifications, engineering drawings, and quality standards
• Monitor and optimize spray parameters, material usage, and process efficiency
• Train and mentor team members on equipment, processes, and safety procedures
• Conduct inspections using precision measuring instruments and ensure proper documentation
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve process issues and implement improvements
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations, housekeeping standards, and company policies
• Assist in scheduling, workload balancing, and meeting production targets
• Carries out other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience with Thermal Spray or Plasma Spray Coatings
• 1+ years of experience working with precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (unassisted) for approximately 25% of the average work day.

Desired Skills:

• Prior team lead experience preferred
• Possess a strong mechanical aptitude.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read, understand and interpret technical drawings and/or blueprints.

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

ABOUT US

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

The world's Leading Independent MROs: StandardAero founded in 1999 is a leading provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services including engine R&O, airframe R&O, engine component repair, engineering services, interior completions and paint application