Aircraft Paint Specialist – Prime, Mask & Finish Expert

Duncan Aviation; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Benefits Package

401(k) matching program

Job summary

Duncan Aviation in Battle Creek, MI, is seeking a Paint Specialist to prepare aircraft surfaces, apply primers and topcoats, and mask areas for precise stripe and base painting per manufacturer specs. The role requires adherence to Duncan Aviation procedures, FAA regulations, and PPE use.

You will document work and training logs in a clean, safe environment. Responsibilities include surface preparation, masking, painting components, and ensuring quality through visual inspection.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior mechanical experience or auto body accreditation preferred.
• Aircraft paint experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Apply primers and topcoats with proper technique and maintain paint equipment.
• Mask and paint stripes per designer debrief and product knowledge.
• Identify areas to be masked or sanded and address issues on surfaces.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Auto body

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Man Lift

Respirator Fit

Job description

Duncan Aviation in Battle Creek, MI, is seeking a Paint Specialist to prepare aircraft surfaces, apply primers and topcoats, and mask areas for precise stripe and base painting per manufacturer specs. The role requires adherence to Duncan Aviation procedures, FAA regulations, and PPE use.

You will document work and training logs in a clean, safe environment. Responsibilities include surface preparation, masking, painting components, and ensuring quality through visual inspection.