Surface Coater /
Original title: Oberflächenbeschichter /
This job is at AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND GmbH. You apply to them, not to GoAusbildung.
Start Date
On request
Sector
Aerospace
Salary
Competitive salary
Listing data as of November 11, 2026
About this Apprenticeship
Airbus Helicopters is seeking a surface coater / electroplater to support its electroplating department in Donauwörth. This temporary role covers preparing, electroplating and inspecting components.
What You'll Learn
- Prepare work independently using technical drawings and manufacturing plans.
- Precisely mask components to protect specified surface areas.
- Properly load and secure workpieces on electroplating racks.
- Operate, load and monitor fully or partly automated electroplating systems.
- Guide components through the specified electroplating and chemical treatment baths.
- Continuously monitor relevant parameters and intervene immediately when processes deviate.
- Carefully remove finished components from the racks.
- Properly remove masking, rinse, dry and label workpieces.
- Pack items safely for transport and prepare them for further internal processing or external shipping.
- Carry out qualified manufacturing inspections according to inspection specifications.
- Measure coating thickness, for example using the eddy current method.
- Conduct thorough visual inspections for defects, dimensional accuracy and surface quality.
- Keep complete records of process steps and inspection results.
- Enter job related bookings and feedback in SAP, MES and production data collection systems.
- Strictly follow safety, health and hygiene rules in the electroplating area.
- Handle hazardous substances and chemical baths properly and safely.
- Consistently use personal protective equipment.
Requirements
- Completed vocational training as a surface coater, electroplater or an equivalent qualification.
- Relevant practical experience in electroplating surface treatment.
- Strong ability to read and understand technical drawings and manufacturing documents.
- Experience with production data collection and ERP systems such as SAP, MES or BDE is an advantage.
- Strong quality and safety awareness, reliability, and an independent, structured approach to work.
- German suitable for professional negotiations and basic English.
- Willingness to work in a multiple shift system.
- Awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity.
What AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND GmbH offers
- Fair pay and extras: Good pay and individual additional benefits, such as company pension plans, mobility offers including bicycle leasing, or employee discounts at partner companies under the current guidelines.
- Time for you and your loved ones: 30 days of annual leave under the fixed pay agreement (35 hours per week); support for balancing work and family through flexible hours, mobile working, part time options, job sharing and sabbaticals.
- Career development made easy: Excellent further training opportunities and international career opportunities across the group.
- Wellbeing at work: Company doctor; extensive health services including sports classes and preventive care, canteen and cafeteria, and a nearby kindergarten at some locations.
- Diversity connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where people share ideas, support each other and embrace diversity.
- Airbus supports your personal development with tailored development opportunities.
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