Corrosion Control Specialist

Job description / Role

The Corrosion Control Specialist prepares AGE, Vehicles, Bare Base equipment, Cryogenics assets, Fuels Support Equipment and non-explosive Munitions for painting. Applies specified paint finish schemes using air or airless spray equipment or by brush. Ensures compliance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Amentum ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS).

Principal Accountabilities

- Removes or abrades existing paint finish by sandblasting, scraping, sanding or chemical paint removing methods.
- Treats corrosion on ferrous and non-ferrous metals by grinding, wire brushing or chemical acid treatment as is appropriate.
- Applies metal conditioners and pretreatment washes.
- Applies body filler to holed or depressed areas and to smooth these filled areas to compliment the surface contour.
- Applies complete finishing schemes, as specified, using pneumatic or airless spraying equipment or by brush if appropriate.
- Applies lettering and identifying insignia and performs maintenance and repair procedures to all equipment used during the performance of these duties.
- Identifies correct thinners with paint for different applications.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Works in maintenance shop or warehouse environment and may be required to work outdoors for extended periods.

- Must have organizational skills and be able to understand, speak, read and write English at a beginner level.
- Must be able to read and understand technical data and to identify canned paint and material products by labels.
- Must possess a depth of knowledge or associated health and hazard risks and the established precautions.
- Must possess a valid home country driver's license and ability to obtain host nation driver's license.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Must have experience in industrial corrosion removal and painting procedures specifically metals and be able to correctly use any associated equipment.
- Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to prescribed procedures and as required for tasks being performed.
- Must be able to meet physical requirements associated with and/or pass any medical examination requirements related to performing daily assigned tasks.
- Physically capable of performing all required duties; capable of lifting/pushing/pulling minimum of 50 lbs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

Labor Law Posters

EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

About the Company

Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics.