Coatings Engineer – CARC Paint & Aerospace Manufacturing

Moseley Technical Services, Inc.•Auburn Hills, MI

44d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Coatings Engineer in Auburn Hills, MI to lead and support CARC paint, powder coating, and aerospace/defense coating operations within a manufacturing environment. This role requires expertise in coating process development, surface preparation, coating compliance, GD&T, manufacturing quality systems, supplier audits, and root cause analysis to support defense and aerospace production programs.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law
Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Quality, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, and 5+ years of coatings and paint-related experience in a manufacturing setting (Equivalent combination of education and experience)
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
Understanding and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Proficient with computer applications, including the Microsoft Office suite
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Capable of performing effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Must be able to meet background screening and controlled substance testing requirements.

Nice To Haves

National Association of Coating Engineers (NACE) certification is a plus
Experience with Chemical Agent Resistant Coatings (CARC) is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead the development, optimization, and support of manufacturing coating processes.
Ensure compliance with all applicable coating standards, specifications, and customer requirements
Partner with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and production teams to improve coating quality, reduce cost, and minimize cycle time
Develop and execute coating process plans supporting product development, launches, and production
Support and facilitate customer and third-party audits of paint and coating operations
Conduct supplier audits focused on paint and coating system compliance
Participate in APQP activities, reviewing contracts, drawings, routings, purchase orders, and quality plans
Review customer contracts for coating-related quality clauses and compliance requirements.
Define and maintain coating inspection standards, including film thickness, adhesion, cure verification, gloss, and appearance
Investigate coating defects such as runs, fisheyes, and pinholes; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Review and approve coating documentation while providing technical guidance and training to production personnel
Validate new coating materials, paint systems, and process changes to ensure product quality and process reliability
Maintain accurate technical documentation in accordance with engineering policies and procedures
Follow all safety policies, PPE requirements, and environmental compliance standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned