Aerospace Painter – Precision Coatings for Space Hardware

Karman Space & Defense; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

HSA with company contribution

FSA

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense in Brea, CA is hiring a Painter to apply aerospace finishes in a fast-paced production environment. You will prepare, mask, mix, and spray coatings according to drawings and specification requirements, using HVLP and related equipment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year of painting experience with masking, and a strong understanding of aerospace paints, primers, and environmental documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant experience considered in lieu of a degree.
• 1 year of experience or trade-school training with hand and spray equipment and masking methods.
• 5 years of aerospace painting experience with ability to interpret aerospace specifications.

Responsibilities

• Apply aerospace paints and coatings to parts meeting drawings and specs.
• Prepare surfaces, mask, mix, and apply coatings using spray equipment.
• Read blueprints and use measuring tools to verify finish quality.
• Move parts through painting stages and maintain environmental records.
• Ensure safety and clean, organized work areas.

Skills

Paint application

Blueprint interpretation

Masking techniques

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HVLP spray guns

Airless equipment

Mil-thickness gauges

Job description

Karman Space & Defense in Brea, CA is hiring a Painter to apply aerospace finishes in a fast-paced production environment. You will prepare, mask, mix, and spray coatings according to drawings and specification requirements, using HVLP and related equipment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year of painting experience with masking, and a strong understanding of aerospace paints, primers, and environmental documentation.