Production Technician (Sprayer)

BAE Systems

1d • Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you prepare surfaces for coating by removing grease, dirt, and contaminants to ensure proper adhesion of spray paint or conformal coatings. You mix paints and chemicals to meet customer specifications, following correct methods and safety regulations. Before work begins, you set up spray equipment, materials, and purpose‑built spray booths, then operate the spraying systems safely and accurately to achieve high‑quality finishes on manufactured products.
You carry out quality checks using appropriate tools and techniques, addressing any defects through touch‑up work. The role also includes cleaning and maintaining equipment after use and upholding housekeeping standards to keep the paint and conformal coating areas clean, safe, and compliant for all personnel.
The team is responsible for spray painting Head Up Display (HUD) units, Flight Control Sticks, Fast Jet Throttle controls and other similar type-high technology products. On the conformal coating side, you will be spraying a humiseal coating onto printed circuit boards that are eventually assembled into the aforementioned products.

Requirements

• Experience in paint spraying and /or Conformal coating environments
• Ability to closely follow written instructions and keep records for audit purposes.
• Ability to follow strict safety requirements associated with the storage and use of hazardous materials and the disposal of hazardous material waste
• Ability to wear protective clothing including air-fed masks. Please note that protective clothing, masks, gloves and goggles must be worn when handling hazardous materials and spraying

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for coating by removing grease, dirt, and contaminants
• Mix paints and chemicals to meet customer specifications
• Set up spray equipment, materials, and spray booths
• Operate spraying systems safely and accurately
• Carry out quality checks and address defects
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Uphold housekeeping standards

Benefits

• Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities.
• With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best.
• You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle.
• In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees