Aerospace Painter – Precision Coatings & Career Growth

Safran Group; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran in Wolverhampton is seeking a skilled Painter to join our Chemical Process area. You will apply specialised coatings to aerospace components, prepare surfaces, and conduct quality checks to ensure compliance with specifications and safety standards.

The role emphasises precision, reading technical drawings, and maintaining equipment to support manufacturing excellence. Working in a global aerospace, defence and space group, you will benefit from ongoing training, a supportive team, and

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 (minimum requirement)
• Proven experience as a painter, preferably in aerospace or manufacturing
• Attention to detail and ability to work with precision to meet quality standards
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Desirable: Familiarity with aerospace coatings, paints, and surface preparation techniques
• Desirable: Experience within a chemical processing department

Responsibilities

• Applying specialised coatings to aerospace components using various painting techniques, including spraying, brushing, and dipping
• Preparing surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking in accordance with technical specifications and requirements
• Performing quality inspections before, during, and after painting to ensure adherence to specifications and standards
• Maintaining painting equipment to ensure proper functioning and compliance with safety regulations
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Following all safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment
• Conducting pre and post-paint compliance tests
• Proactively identifying opportunities for process improvement, waste reduction, and cost-saving initiatives
• Collaborating with the team to develop and implement techniques and procedures to enhance the painting process

Skills

Attention to detail

Painter experience

Read technical drawings

Education

NVQ level 3

Job description

Safran in Wolverhampton is seeking a skilled Painter to join our Chemical Process area. You will apply specialised coatings to aerospace components, prepare surfaces, and conduct quality checks to ensure compliance with specifications and safety standards.

The role emphasises precision, reading technical drawings, and maintaining equipment to support manufacturing excellence. Working in a global aerospace, defence and space group, you will benefit from ongoing training, a supportive team, and