Surface Prep Technician (2nd shift, Mon-Fri

JOB SUMMARY

The entry level Surface Prep Technician supports the thermal spray technicians by preparing parts for dimensional restoration. Technicians will apply various types of masking to components for in‑process operations.

As a member of the thermal spray and surface prep team you will conduct pre and post‑application tasks on turbine engine parts for subsequent dimensional restoration operations while learning more about thermal spray theory and application.

Through our extensive in‑house training program, the successful applicant will be instructed via a series of computer‑based and hands‑on training, the necessary skills of the position.

This position performs its duties in a modern climate‑controlled facility.

Component Repair Technologies, Inc. (CRT) began as a locally family‑owned business, with operations in Mentor, OH since 1985, and grew into a global leader (500+ employees) in the aerospace MRO sector. Specializing in the repair and overhaul of turbine engine components, CRT proudly serves the world’s largest airlines and jet engine manufacturers. Component Repair Technologies is focused on our valued employees, customers, and community.

In 2025, CRT became a Safran Aircraft Engines company as a Center of Excellence for the repair of large jet engine parts in the Americas.

For over 120 years, Safran, through its Aircraft Engines subsidiary, designs, produces, markets and supports, alone or in partnership, aircraft engines offering world‑class performance and reliability. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible.

Operating through CFM International, its 50/50 joint venture with GE Aerospace, Safran Aircraft Engines is the world’s leading supplier of single‑aisle commercial jet engines, the CFM
56 and LEAP. Safran Aircraft Engines is fully committed to sustainable aviation through the RISE (Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines) technology development program. Safran Aircraft Engines also deploys a global network providing a full range of support, maintenance & repair services.

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Through our extensive in‑house training program, the successful applicant will be instructed via a series of computer‑based and hands‑on training, the necessary skills of the position.