Aerospace Paint & Masking Technician

Ducommun, Inc.; Huntsville (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits

Climate-controlled environment

Career growth

401K match

Stock purchase program

Annual bonus

Job summary

Ducommun, Inc. in Huntsville, AR is seeking an operator to prepare products for paint, masking, and silkscreen processes. You will mask, unmask, clean, and touch up parts, while keeping spray booths and tools in good condition.

You will read drawings, prepare topcoats, and help monitor materials and VOC usage. Experience in aerospace or military-grade spray finishing is preferred; HS diploma or GED required, with 1–3 years in production manufacturing.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Experience in blueprint reading and interpreting shop drawings.
• Experience with aerospace/military finishing is a plus.
• Knowledge of MIL-PRF and related quality standards preferred.
• Ability to use calipers, gauges and spray equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare product for paint, silkscreen, and/or assembly by masking, unmasking, cleaning, finishing, and touch-up.
• Prepare, mix, and apply paint to meet standards.
• Maintain spray booths, equipment, and VOC records.
• Read and interpret drawings and work orders; ensure traceability.
• Coordinate movement of product through area and monitor consumables.
• Support continual process improvements and assist engineering as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Calipers usage

Spray finishing experience

Silkscreen masking tools

Interpretation of standards

AS9100/FAA/NADCAP awareness

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Time efficiency

Adaptability

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Spray equipment

Silkscreen tools

Job description

Ducommun, Inc. in Huntsville, AR is seeking an operator to prepare products for paint, masking, and silkscreen processes. You will mask, unmask, clean, and touch up parts, while keeping spray booths and tools in good condition.

You will read drawings, prepare topcoats, and help monitor materials and VOC usage. Experience in aerospace or military-grade spray finishing is preferred; HS diploma or GED required, with 1–3 years in production manufacturing.