Aerospace Aircraft Painter – Precision Finishes

AAR; Wellington (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus package

Short Term Disability

Tuition assistance

Healthcare coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

AAR Corp. is seeking a Painter to prepare aircraft components for finishing and apply primers and coatings in an aerospace environment.

The role requires masking per drawings, proper surface prep, and meticulous inspection of finished surfaces to ensure quality. Ideal candidates will have prior painting experience in aviation or related industries, familiarity with spray equipment, and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Experience with painting, coating, or finishing preferred.
• Ability to follow written instructions and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft components for painting, including cleaning and surface prep.
• Mask areas per drawings and instructions.
• Mix, apply primers and coatings using spray equipment.
• Inspect finished surfaces for defects and perform touch-ups as needed.
• Maintain spray equipment and siting cleanliness according to procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Effective communication

Instruction following

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HVLP spray equipment

Spray equipment handling

Job description

AAR Corp. is seeking a Painter to prepare aircraft components for finishing and apply primers and coatings in an aerospace environment.

The role requires masking per drawings, proper surface prep, and meticulous inspection of finished surfaces to ensure quality. Ideal candidates will have prior painting experience in aviation or related industries, familiarity with spray equipment, and a strong safety mindset.