JOB TITLE: PVA Coating Technician 
LOCATION: Clearwater, FL
PAY RATE: Up to $30/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)

• Shift: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 AM–3:30 PM EST (OT available on weekends)

• 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. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

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

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

Summary: 

• Responsible for applying protective coatings to circuit boards and assemblies per customer specifications, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance with safety protocols.

• Apply coatings to circuit boards using spray or PVA coating machines.

• Read and interpret technical drawings, labeling diagrams, and mixing ratios.

• Mask/tape areas to prevent coating on designated surfaces.

• Inspect and touch up assemblies to ensure uniform coverage.

• Maintain coating equipment (cleaning, fluid changes, mixer replacement).

• Manually remove excess coating and correct machine-missed areas.

• Perform encapsulation of discrete assemblies and apply bonding agents, potting, lubricants, and insulation materials as required.

• Replenish chemicals, solvents, and process fluids; safely transfer to secondary containers.

• Transport circuit board racks and retrieve materials/tools across the facility.

• Complete required training on coating, encapsulation, and safety procedures.

• Support production demands with additional tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in coatings, encapsulation, or related trade.

• Experience with spray-painting techniques.

• Ability to read technical prints and specifications.

• Strong computer skills for documentation and machine operation.

• Familiarity with coating materials and precision touch-up techniques.

• High attention to detail, strong work ethic, and commitment to quality.

• Hands-on role in a manufacturing setting with chemical and solvent exposure.

• Requires standing, lifting, and fine manual tasks.

• Must follow safety protocols and proper material handling procedures.

• Must pass a medical exam (per supplier guidelines) and be able to read/write English

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

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 major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a 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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