Coating Application Specialist, Slurry Spray Technology

GE Aerospace

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Work type: On-site
Location: Evendale, OH
Posted: 7 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes: Sep 12, 2026 (soon)
Nearby: 99 roles within 25 mi

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GE Aerospace (General Electric Aerospace) designs and produces commercial and military jet engines, components, and integrated systems for aircraft manufacturers and airlines worldwide. Industry: Aerospace & Aviation Engines

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TL;DR · Coating Application Specialist, Slurry Spray Technology

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The Coating Application Specialist - Slurry Spray Technology joins the Edison Works Advanced Military Material Systems – Lab Operations team to support the development and validation of advanced military material systems. Working primarily in a lab environment, this individual performs hands-on robotic slurry spray coating applications on test coupons within an environmental spray booth. Key responsibilities include performing slurry mixing, equipment setup, and cleaning; developing process parameters such as robot paths, spray rates, and cure cycles; and executing structured experiments to collect coating quality data like thickness and uniformity. The role requires technical aptitude, lab discipline, and experience with robotics or manufacturing. The position focuses on translating coupon-level experimentation into robust, repeatable slurry spray processes for advanced military materials while utilizing specialized instrumentation, robot programs, and test software to ensure high-quality results and consistent sample positioning.

Skills

Robotic Slurry Spray Slurry Mixing Process Parameter Development Data Collection Instrumentation Setup EHS Manufacturing Standardized Work

What you'll do

Perform hands-on robotic slurry spray operations including coupon preparation, slurry mixing, and equipment setup in an environmental booth.
Develop and refine process parameters such as robot paths, spray rates, atomization settings, and cure cycles.
Execute structured lab experiments and collect coating quality data like thickness and uniformity to inform engineering decisions.
Configure and maintain fixtures, coupon holders, and instrumentation to ensure consistent sample positioning and accurate data acquisition.
Support robotic program development by adjusting paths and verifying spray coverage to standardize trial procedures.
Perform in-process inspections and characterization of coated coupons to identify defects and troubleshoot coating anomalies.
Maintain strict safety, quality, and cleaning protocols for the booth, robots, and lab environment.

What we're looking for

High school diploma or GED is required.
At least 2 years of hands-on experience in a technical field such as manufacturing, maintenance, lab work, coatings, or robotics is required.
Candidates must demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and technical aptitude.
Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance is required.
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) to access export-controlled information.
Experience with robotic slurry spray operations and equipment setup/tear-down is preferred.
Ability to perform data collection, inspection, and troubleshooting of coating quality.
Commitment to safety, quality, and lab discipline in a laboratory environment.