Aircraft Exterior Finisher Trainee – First Shift

Cirrus Aircraft; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

PTO benefits

401(k) match

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cirrus Aircraft in Duluth, MN is seeking an Exterior Finisher TR responsible for prepping and completing aircraft surfaces for delivery, including primer application and surface sanding to achieve a smooth, high-quality finish.

You will also perform post-paint finishing, sealant application, vinyl stripes installation, basic assembly, and thorough detailing to ensure adherence to quality standards and customer expectations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Dependability, reliability, and strong work ethic.
• Experience finishing, painting, or similar field desirable.
• Familiarity with aircraft painting processes and finishing techniques preferred.
• Ability to operate sanding, buffing, and spray equipment with precision.

Responsibilities

• Level TR Technicians must master an area before moving to another process area.
• Surface preparation: clean, sand, and mask surfaces for paint adhesion.
• Primer application with even coverage.
• Post-paint finishing: sand, buff, and polish for smooth finish.
• Cosmetic sealant application for protection and aesthetics.
• Vinyl stripes installation with precise alignment.
• Basic assembly per engineering drawings.
• Final detailing and inspection before customer delivery.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Team environment

Tool operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Sanders

Buffers

Spray guns

Job description

Cirrus Aircraft in Duluth, MN is seeking an Exterior Finisher TR responsible for prepping and completing aircraft surfaces for delivery, including primer application and surface sanding to achieve a smooth, high-quality finish.

You will also perform post-paint finishing, sealant application, vinyl stripes installation, basic assembly, and thorough detailing to ensure adherence to quality standards and customer expectations.