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Coating Technician DEFENSE


Job Location:

New Orleans, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 2 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 29 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB TITLE: Coating Technician
LOCATION: New Orleans LA
PAY RATE: $26.00 - 37.00/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

  • Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

  • Clearance: Ability to Obtain a Secret Security Clearance

  • Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

  • Benefits: Medical dental and vision (Cigna)

  • Perks: Bonus potential Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

  • Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

  • Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

  • Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role

  • Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary

Summary:

  • Applies organic coatings to meet corrosion protection and appearance requirements using brush roll and spray application methods.

  • Performs organic chemical conversion and paint preparation for flight hardware.

  • Reads and interprets engineering drawings and process work instructions to align work with engineering intent.

  • Performs vacuum bonding of Thermal Protective Systems on flight hardware.

  • Performs mechanical bonding of Thermal Protective Systems on flight hardware.

  • Applies Thermal Protective Systems through spray application methods.

  • Applies Thermal Protective Systems through pour application methods.

  • Interprets drawings and process documents for coating and bonding operations.

  • Follows assigned safety guidelines and procedures for hazardous materials handling.

  • Works with vacuum and mechanical bonding techniques for thermal protection systems.

Requirements:

  • Ability to Obtain a Secret Security Clearance

  • Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.

  • Experience interpreting engineering drawings and process work instructions.

  • Experience applying organic coatings using brush roll and spray methods.

  • Experience with organic chemical conversion and paint preparation processes.

  • Experience with vacuum and mechanical bonding of Thermal Protective Systems.

  • Experience applying Thermal Protective Systems using spray and pour methods.

  • Ability to follow hazardous materials handling and safety procedures per Government regulations.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract contract-to-hire and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering IT production maintenance and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation aerospace and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace aviation engineering maintenance aircraft design defense

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