Aircraft Seat Painter

VHR Global Technical Recruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

VHR Global Technical Recruitment in the UAE is seeking an experienced Aircraft Seat Painter to join our aviation team. The successful candidate will prepare, prime, paint, and finish seating components to strict industry standards and safety requirements.

You will read technical data sheets, follow safety procedures, and collaborate with upholstery, mechanical, and production teams to ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of aircraft seat painting experience.
• Strong knowledge of surface preparation and paint application.
• Ability to read technical documentation and SDS.
• Must currently be located in the UAE for interview.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft seat components through cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming.
• Mix and apply primers, topcoats, and specialty coatings according to specifications.
• Operate spray guns and painting equipment to achieve professional-quality finishes.
• Inspect completed work for quality, consistency, and compliance with standards.
• Read and interpret work orders, technical data sheets, and procedures.
• Safely handle, store, and dispose of paints, solvents, and hazardous materials.
• Maintain painting tools and equipment in proper working condition.
• Report defects, discrepancies, or rework requirements to supervisors.
• Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Collaborate with upholstery, mechanical, and production teams to meet deadlines.

Skills

Surface preparation

Paint application

Read technical data sheets

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Spray guns

Painting equipment

Job description

Aircraft Seat Painter

Location

UAE (Candidates must be currently based in the UAE)

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Seat Painter to join our team in the UAE. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, painting, and finishing aircraft seating components to aviation industry standards, ensuring high-quality cosmetic finishes and compliance with safety and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft seat components through cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming.
• Mix and apply primers, topcoats, and specialty coatings according to specifications.
• Operate spray guns and painting equipment to achieve professional-quality finishes.
• Inspect completed work for quality, consistency, and compliance with standards.
• Read and interpret work orders, technical data sheets, and procedures.
• Safely handle, store, and dispose of paints, solvents, and hazardous materials.
• Maintain painting tools and equipment in proper working condition.
• Report defects, discrepancies, or rework requirements to supervisors.
• Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Collaborate with upholstery, mechanical, and production teams to meet deadlines.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of aircraft seat painting experience.
• Strong knowledge of surface preparation, paint application techniques, and material handling.
• Ability to read and understand technical documentation and safety data sheets.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Must be currently located in the UAE and available for a face-to-face interview and practical painting test.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an FAA-regulated aviation environment.
• Certification in spray painting or surface preparation.
• Familiarity with waterborne, polyurethane, and epoxy paint systems.

If you have proven aircraft seat painting experience and are ready to demonstrate your skills through a practical assessment, we encourage you to apply.