Thermal Hardware Specialist, Kiln - Level 4/5
Core
Overseeing operations, parameters, and maintenance of sintering roller hearth kilns and dryers to maximize equipment reliability and product quality.
Role type
Senior IC thermal hardware specialist (kiln operations)
Builds
Sintered components for aerospace hardware
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Thermal processing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Kiln operation and parameter adjustment, preventive maintenance planning, root cause analysis, statistical process control, equipment calibration, spare parts management, work instruction development
Preferred skills
Process controls in high-volume manufacturing, complex mechanical assembly knowledge, SQL, Microsoft Office
Technologies
Sintering roller hearth kilns, dryers, control systems, MBoM systems
Responsibilities
Monitor and adjust kiln parameters (burners, temperature, pressure, rollers), conduct efficiency analyses, perform routine inspections, interpret alarms and trends, complete daily work orders, ensure preventive maintenance execution, calibrate instruments, develop KPIs, manage spare parts replenishment, support technician training and procedures
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC