METAL CLEANER, IMMERSION

Astrion•Huntsville, AL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Astrion is seeking a highly skilled METAL CLEANER, IMMERSION to support the Marshall Engineering Technicians and Trades Support (METTS) III contract at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) located on Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama.

Requirements

Must be US Citizen
Basic understanding of typical surface treatment solutions is required.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years experience in a related field is desired.

Responsibilities

Perform metal cleaning, plating, coating, and surface treatment processes using immersion, chemical, and electrolytic methods.
Operate and monitor plating equipment to ensure proper coating thickness and surface finish.
Adjust solution levels, monitor solution temperatures, and make routine equipment settings and process adjustments.
Prepare metal parts for processing using standard cleaning, degreasing, acid pickling, phosphating, oxide coating, anodizing, and related surface treatment methods.
Plate and treat metal components using finishes such as cadmium, tin, copper, nickel, and silver.
Load and position parts on racks, fixtures, and holding devices for plating, coating, or anodizing operations.
Inspect completed parts to verify conformance with quality and workmanship standards.
Use precision measuring tools, including micrometers, calipers, and gauges, to verify plating thickness and dimensional requirements.
Drain, clean, and refill processing tanks in accordance with established procedures.
Operate drying equipment and inspect cleaned parts prior to and after processing.
Read and follow technical orders, manufacturer documentation, work instructions, and established operating procedures.
Identify and report equipment malfunctions, poor plating results, or solution deficiencies to supervision.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while handling chemicals and processing equipment.
Support NASA operational objectives and mission requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.