Job Description

Job Description

In this Finisher role, you will apply a wide range of standard and experimental finishes to both production and prototype machined parts, ensuring full compliance with applicable military specifications. This position is assigned to first shift under a structured 4/10 schedule, running from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Key responsibilities include:

• Accurately masking and preparing surfaces, and precisely mixing epoxies and solvents to specified ratios based on weight, volume, or viscosity. 
• Preparing parts, assemblies, and finished products through cleaning, stripping, abrading, sanding, masking, and stenciling.
• Selecting, preparing, and applying finishing materials—including paints, varnishes, and enamels—to support coating and touch‑up operations.
• Monitoring and verifying product quality using established statistical process control methods and procedures.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and process documentation to develop and execute finishing processes where exact thickness tolerances are critical to product performance.

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Typical Education and Experience

Typically a High School Diploma and 1 year work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

• Minimum of one year of related work experience
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
• Capable of safely lifting 20–40 lbs.
• Skilled in communicating information clearly, effectively, and persuasively to diverse audiences
• Strong ability to follow established processes, procedures, and written instructions

Preferred Skills and Education

• H.S. diploma or GED preferred
• Secret Clearance
• Lean Manufacturing Experience

About BAE Systems, Inc.

BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.