Aircraft Paint & Surface Prep Technician

Segula Technologies; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Segula Technologies in Wichita, KS seeks an aircraft finishing technician to support production, flight test and related areas. You will read engineering drawings, apply chemicals and paint, mask areas, and prepare surfaces for primer and topcoat.

Duties include removing stripper and contaminants, sanding and buffing, applying alodine, performing touch-ups, documenting work per IPM, and assisting others. Safety, quality and adherence to work requirements are essential.

Responsibilities

• Read engineering drawings to identify tasks for chemical and paint application on aircraft surfaces.
• Apply safety absorbent to hangar floor and spray stripper to remove paint.
• Mask and unmask areas to protect windows and sensitive surfaces.
• Remove stripper, paint, and contaminants using water, solvents, air blower, and brushes.
• Sand, grind, and buff aircraft surfaces; apply putty and reseal before primer/paint.
• Apply Alodine using spray equipment; perform touch-ups as needed.
• Document work per Inspection Procedures Manual (IPM).
• Support production, flight test, and other areas; assist teammates as required.

Job description

Segula Technologies in Wichita, KS seeks an aircraft finishing technician to support production, flight test and related areas. You will read engineering drawings, apply chemicals and paint, mask areas, and prepare surfaces for primer and topcoat.

Duties include removing stripper and contaminants, sanding and buffing, applying alodine, performing touch-ups, documenting work per IPM, and assisting others. Safety, quality and adherence to work requirements are essential.