Paint Prep Technician III - $5,000 Sign On

The Process Operator III troubleshoots process problems during production. They also maintain production equipment and review data to ensure product quality.

The Process Operator – Body Fill performs cosmetic repairs on rigid waveguide components by filling dents, tuning depressions, and surface imperfections prior to paint finishing. This role follows established manufacturing procedures and customer specifications to ensure components meet cosmetic, quality, and workmanship standards.

• Perform body fill repairs on aluminum and copper waveguide components prior to paint.
• Verify parts are properly prepared and processed before beginning body fill operations.
• Prepare surfaces by sanding, cleaning, and applying body filler according to work instructions.
• Sand, contour, and finish repaired areas to achieve a smooth, paint-ready surface.
• Inspect repaired surfaces for defects and apply additional filler or glazing putty as needed.
• Perform visual inspections to ensure repairs meet quality and cosmetic standards.
• Complete required production and quality documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.
• Work with Quality, Engineering, and Production to resolve process issues.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in area of responsibility.

Preferred

• Experience with body filling, sanding, surface preparation, or cosmetic finishing preferred.
• Experience working with aluminum and copper components preferred.
• Ability to follow manufacturing work instructions and process specifications.
• Familiarity with body fillers, sanding techniques, and hand tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to perform visual inspections and maintain accurate documentation.
• Understanding of shop safety practices and proper material handling.

About Frontgrade

At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.

Why Work for Us

We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That’s why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You’ll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you’re building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.

Additional Information

This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.

Other benefits include

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
• 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (a combination of both designated and floating holidays)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave