Conformal Coater, 2nd Shift (Mon - Thurs, 3:00 pm - 1:30 am) (2026-069)

Astronics AES in Redmond, WA is hiring a Conformal Coater on 2nd shift. Hours are Monday - Thursday, 3:00 pm - 1:30 am.

JOB SUMMARY

The Conformal Coater will apply various conformal coating (i.e. polyurethane, parlyene, etc.) for subassemblies and assembled circuit boards using both automated equipment and spray guns.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate various conformal coating machinery, ovens, paint booths and soldering equipment as well as power and hand tools.
• Apply Parylene and Humiseal conformal coating to assembled circuit boards using automated machines and spray gun processes.
• Apply, inspect and remove tape and masking material from circuit boards.
• Mix and work with chemicals for bonding and coating (Parylene and Humiseal) applications.
• Perform all in-process inspection, as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrates familiarity of job duties (typically 1-2 years of direct experience in the duties and responsibilities of the position)

Physical Abilities:

• Continual use of hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Standing for extended periods of time
• Wearing of common protective or safety equipment
• Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
• Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
• Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects

Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment
• Exposure to Contaminants
• Exposure to Hazardous Conditions

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• As a US Department of Defense Contractor, this position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee’s authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.
• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test which includes screening for the use of cannabis.

Salary is $20.12 - $27.22 per hour, dependant on experience. Mid-point is $23.67. 2nd shift pay a $2/hour shift differential on top of base pay.

Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.

Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Stay Healthy – Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity
• Save for the Future – 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Find Balance – Employee Assistance Program, work/life balance culture
• Time for You – Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year