Job Description

Overview

The Aircraft Plasma Technician (Component Repair) position on the evening shift involves setting up and operating various spray systems to apply coatings to aircraft parts. StandardAero, an industry leader in MRO services, offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and competitive benefits.

Responsibilities

  • Select, mix, and prepare coating materials according to formulas and specifications.
  • Program, document, and test robotic systems used for spraying.
  • Operate blasting equipment for surface preparation of materials and components.
  • Mask parts using fixtures, rubber, tape, TAFA, anti-bond, or metal masks prior to coating.
  • Set up and operate manual, semi-automatic, and robotic spray systems.
  • Monitor and set bake/cure oven controls; document bake cycles and process times.
  • Remove masking materials, clean overspray, and wash parts post-coating.
  • Inspect parts visually and with precision instruments for compliance before and after coating.
  • Clean and maintain all coating equipment, fixtures, and blasting cabinets.
  • Participate in the continuous improvement of cell processes and production flow.
  • Cross-train and seek endorsements in complementary skills to support production flexibility.
  • Assist in training other technicians as needed.
  • Adhere strictly to all safety protocols and report unsafe conditions immediately.
  • Promote and model high standards in quality, health and safety, and environmental practices.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Most hold or be able to attain applicable internal process stamp(s).
  • Proficiency with precision measurement tools and techniques.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
  • Familiarity with MSDS labels, company process instructions, and rework process documents.
  • Working knowledge of production management and internal control systems.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds (unassisted) for approximately 25% of the average work day.
  • Must be able to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.
  • Flexibility to work day shift, evening shift, or weekend shift, as required.
  • Must be authorized to work in the US.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401k
  • PTO
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • Life & AD&D Insurance

Additional Information

  • Many shop positions offering a 4-day workweek — 10-hour shifts, typically Monday through Thursday.

Benefits

Health Insurance
401k
PTO
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Life & AD&D Insurance

How this job compares in Dallas, TX

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Dallas, TX currently run a median of $35/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $28–$40/hr across 47 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Dallas, TX

We're tracking 115 other active welding openings in Dallas, TX right now, from 82 different employers. 59 of them were added in the last week. Across Texas as a whole we're tracking 1,307 other active welding openings from 708 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Dallas, or widen the search to Texas.

StandardAero currently has 1 other opening live in Texas, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in Texas at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Zachry Group (24), Welding Shop in Houston, TX (21), and Austin Industries (19). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Texas, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Pasadena at $82/hr, Midlothian at $38/hr, and Dallas at $35/hr. Dallas is among them.

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Pay figures are medians computed from live postings in the Welding Pros index, not from survey data, and they move as employers post. Aircraft Plasma Technician (Component Repair-Evening Shift) figures were last recalculated when this page was built.