Chemical Milling Operator A - 2nd Shift
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.
Description
Job Summary:
This occupation requires a complete understanding of chemical milling etch rates and resulting responses for Class I and II Chemical Milling processes on parts and/or assembles to finish dimensions. Diagnose causes of defective workmanship and recommends corrective action. Guides and directs other personnel in work assignments and operates processing equipment as required.
Job Responsibilities:
Plan sequence of operations and develop new production methods, procedures, and techniques.
Calculate rate of chemical milling etch rate and immersion to mill material to final dimension.
Test and maintain proper solution concentration and temperature.
Assure the quality of scribe cuts and masking compound prior to immersion of parts and/or assembles in etching solution to assure it is intact so as not to cause lifting of the maskant material.
Interpret specifications and blueprints for allowable tolerances and variations in processing procedures.
Capable of recognizing improper chemical action which may cause defective workmanship, and be able to take corrective action against pitting, roughness, excess etching, nodules and channeling.
Operate any processing equipment as required.
Record processing data for future reference in preparation of reports. Performs other related work as required.
Guide and instruct other personnel in work assignments in Chemical Milling process per above responsibilities.
Qualifications
Education:
Requires knowledge of materials, processes, and tooling. Requires use of thermometer, hydrometer, micrometer, voltmeter, etc. Ability to work from complicated prints and specifications. Requires a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification plus minimum of two years of specialized trades training.
Experience:
Requires minimum of three years chemical milling experience.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.
Working Conditions:
Somewhat disagreeable due to exposure to elements such as wetness, fumes, steam, and acid solutions. Not continuous.
Kansas Tax Credit:
Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Manufacturing
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Second Shift
Job Posting: 04/24/2026, 3:29:26 PM
Job Number: 341091
