Plasma Spray Intermediate

Pursuit Aerospace specializes in the manufacturing of complex fabrication and precision machined components for gas turbine engines. We serve customers around the world in commercial and military aviation, power generation, the marine industry, rotary wing and unmanned aerial vehicles.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Plasma Spray Intermediate

Purpose/ Summary
To perform all the aspects necessary for the grit blasting and plasma spraying of Turbine Engine components.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
* Proficient at masking and surface preparation of parts for grit blasting and plasma spraying.
* Proficient in the operation of equipment such as but not limited to the grit blasters, six (6) axis robot plasma unit, plasma torch, plasma hand control unit, plasma programming computer, robot manipulator, gas control equipment, air cleaning equipment, powder feeding equipment, heat exchanger and rectifier.
* Proficient in the proper use and maintenance of grit blasting equipment such as but not limited to grit blasters and glass bead machine.
* Learn programming of the six (6) axis robot plasma unit, heat exchanger and rectifier.
* Analyze and correct faulty equipment and/or flow settings.
* Establish spray process techniques of complex parts.
* Produce micrographic samples and interpret laboratory results to specific standards.
* Modify manufacturers plasma parameters to obtain satisfactory laboratory results.
* Maintain record log books for quality control.
* Write computer programs for robot manipulator and trouble-shoot programs, taking corrective action as needed.
* Read and use calibrated tooling and equipment such as but not limited to vernier calipers, height gages, pi-tapes, plug gages, go/no go gages and micrometers.
* Know and use proper grit blasting and plasma spraying terminology.
* Demonstrate a good mechanical aptitude.
* Fully understands and follows the Plasma Tech plan requirements for production assignments.
* Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Supervisory Responsibilities
The job has no supervisory responsibilities; however, the employee under the supervision of the Master Level Plasma Operator will assist with the training of other employees.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or equivalent and three (3) to five (5) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Numeric equipment and programming experience is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, electrical equipment, acetone, alcohol, argon, braze alloys, nitrogen, hydrogen, oil based lubricants and cleaning solutions
* The employee is occasionally exposed to moderate cold and extreme heat.
* The noise level in the work environment is usually middling.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Must be able to pass an eye exam on an annual basis.
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel.
* Must be able to communicate verbally and have the ability hear.
* The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop or crouch.
* The employee is occasionally required to sit.
* The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to thirty (30) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other basis protected by law