Aircraft Painter

The ePlane Company; Chennai District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

The ePlane Company is seeking an Aircraft Painter to prepare aircraft surfaces for painting, mix paint products, and apply primers and finish coats with spray equipment.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented with a keen eye for quality and color matching, and can read drawings and formulas to ensure precise results.

You must work safely at heights and in confined spaces, wear a fresh-air respirator, document work processes, and maintain a clean, compliant workshop.

Qualifications

• ITI or Diploma required, with aerospace coating knowledge advantageous.
• 5 years of aerospace spray-painting experience required.
• Ability to read drawings and use spray guns; work at heights and in confined spaces; wear a fresh-air respirator.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, filling and masking.
• Apply primer and finish coats using spraying equipment with epoxy/polyurethane materials.
• Mix paints and other materials per specifications or formulas.
• Perform quality checks for paint consistency and color match.
• Inspect exterior for corrosion and repair as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace complying with health and safety regulations.
• Document work processes, materials used, and time spent per job.
• Remove and reinstall parts as necessary for painting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Quality consciousness

Safety awareness

Education

ITI or Diploma

Tools

Spray guns

Spray painting equipment

Job description

The Aircraft Painter will be responsible for preparing surfaces for painting, mixing paint products, and applying paint to the aircraft. Our ideal candidate is detail-oriented, with a keen eye for quality and precision. Knowledge of color theory, paint composition and a steady hand are key traits for this position.

• Preparing the aircraft for painting, which may include cleaning, sanding, filling and masking
• Applying primer and finish coats with spraying equipment using various types of painting and coating materials, such as epoxy and polyurethane
• Mixing paint and other materials according to specifications or formulas
• Performing quality checks for paint consistency and color match
• Inspecting the aircraft’s exterior for corrosion, and repairing any found
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety regulations
• Documenting work processes, materials used, and time spent for each job
• Removing and reinstalling parts on the aircraft as necessary for the painting process

Requirements

Education: ITI or Diploma

Experience: 5 years in aerospace spray-painting.

Requirements: Ability to read drawings, use spray guns, work at heights/confined spaces, and wear a fresh-air respirator.