Aircraft Paint Detailer - Precision Finishing & Decals

Bombardier

Biggin Hill

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Bombardier's Biggin Hill Service Centre in London area is seeking an Aircraft Paint Detailer to join our fast-paced maintenance team. You will perform sanding, polishing, paint correction and detailing on exterior aircraft surfaces, following approved specifications and decals guidelines.

We value precise workmanship, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely at height. This role supports timely aircraft deliveries and requires strong collaboration with colleagues across the service

Qualifications

  • Experience as Aircraft Painter or similar finishing role.
  • Strong sanding, polishing, paint rectification and colour matching skills.
  • Ability to follow OEM specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out sanding, polishing, paint correction, and finishing activities to remove surface imperfections and achieve a flawless appearance.
  • Perform colour matching, blending, and spot repairs to ensure seamless paint finishes.
  • Complete paint touch-ups, local refinishing, and repair work on aircraft exterior surfaces.
  • Prepare and apply technical markings, decals, stencils, lettering, and aircraft insignia in accordance with approved specifications and drawings.
  • Follow Bombardier procedures, OEM requirements, and all relevant quality and safety standards.
  • Identify paint defects and determine the most appropriate rectification method within approved processes.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
  • Support aircraft delivery schedules by working effectively within a fast-paced maintenance environment.

Skills

Sanding
Polishing
Paint correction
Colour matching
Surface preparation
Attention to detail
English communication

Tools

Access equipment
Scaffolding
Platforms

Job description

Bombardier's Biggin Hill Service Centre in London area is seeking an Aircraft Paint Detailer to join our fast-paced maintenance team. You will perform sanding, polishing, paint correction and detailing on exterior aircraft surfaces, following approved specifications and decals guidelines.

We value precise workmanship, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely at height. This role supports timely aircraft deliveries and requires strong collaboration with colleagues across the service

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