Grit Blast Operator LEVEL 1 & 2 ​ (F/M/N)

XEOS is a modern MRO service center that plays a key role in the global network of aircraft engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul. We work to sustainably extend engine life cycles and improve processes by eliminating waste and creating real value for the aviation industry.

At XEOS, we focus on collaboration, responsibility, and openness. Mutual inspiration, trust, and belief in what we create together are the values that shape our everyday work and the team atmosphere.

By joining us, you become part of a team that combines advanced technology with a partnership-driven approach and a real impact on the future of aviation.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Process Operation: Operate grit blasting equipment used for cleaning, coating removal, and surface preparation of aircraft engine components; load/unload parts; monitor process performance; perform in-process checks.
• Part Preparation: Prepare components, fixtures, and masking materials for grit blasting operations in accordance with approved procedures.
• Surface Preparation: Perform grit blasting processes required for cleaning, oxidation removal, coating removal, or preparation for downstream repair and inspection processes.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct visual inspections before and after processing; verify surface condition; document results; identify and contain nonconformances.
• Total Productive Maintenance: Perform daily inspection of the equipment in accordance with TPM (Total Productive Maintenance).
• Measurement Reports: Prepare process and inspection records in cooperation with Process Owner to ensure high quality of engine components.
• Setup Support: Perform equipment setup, nozzle checks, pressure verification, media checks, and fixture preparation per approved procedure.
• Process Control: Verify media condition, nozzle performance, air pressure, exposure time, masking condition, and machine condition to ensure process compliance.
• Quality Control and Certification: Perform inspections and quality control checks on completed work to ensure compliance with standards. Certify your own work in accordance with approved procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to reduce defects, rework, and process variation; support Kaizen; update standard work and check sheets.
• Documentation & Compliance: Accurately document and record all performed work in accordance with approved procedures, ensuring traceability and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Regulatory Compliance: Work in accordance with Part-145 requirements and all Technical, Quality, and Safety Management System (SMS) standards, both internal and external.
• Team Leadership: If requested, take responsibility for a group of mechanics performing work under your technical supervision and authorization. Provide coaching, guidance, and instructions to ensure tasks are completed compliantly and efficiently.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in industrial processes; experience in grit blasting, abrasive blasting, surface treatment, or similar repair/manufacturing processes preferred.
• Technical Skills: Experience operating grit blasting equipment; understanding of process parameters such as media type, media size, pressure, nozzle condition, masking, and exposure time.
• Measurement Skills: Familiarity with visual inspection methods, surface condition verification, and process compliance checks.
• Materials: Experience working with aerospace materials such as steels, stainless steels, nickel alloys, titanium, and other high-performance metals is a plus.
• Technical Proficiency: Ability to work with technical documentation and internal processes, as well as read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Language Proficiency: Speak and understand English at a minimum B1 level.
• Training Commitment: Willingness to participate in on-the-job training (min. 6 weeks abroad).
• Computer Skills: Preferred knowledge of MS Office.
• Education: Vocational school or high school diploma.
• Shift Flexibility: Ability to work a shift pattern as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven professional experience in aviation.
• Experience with aerospace grit blasting specifications and controlled repair environments.
• Knowledge of surface preparation requirements, masking techniques, media control, and surface condition verification.
• Experience with standard work, 5S, TPM, and Kaizen.
• Familiarity with cleaning and preparation requirements for downstream coating or repair operations.

We offer

• Stable employment based on a permanent employment contract.
• A collaborative team, supporting efficient communication and effectiveness.
• An environment open to improvements.
• A positive work atmosphere and regular team-building initiatives.
• Modern tools and a comfortable office that facilitate daily work.
• An attractive benefits package: private medical care (LuxMed), Multisport, Multilife, Generali group insurance, and access to the Company Social Benefits Fund (ZFŚS).