Aircraft Paint Technician

ST Engineering MRAS; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 43,229 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Healthcare Benefits Package

401k Savings Plan

Paid-Time Off/Vacation

Educational Assistance Reimbursement

Free Onsite Gym

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Middle River, Maryland is seeking an Aircraft Paint Technician. The candidate will safely prepare, paint, and detail aircraft structures while ensuring compliance with quality standards. Required qualifications include a high school diploma and 5+ years of vehicle top coating experience. Competitive salary ranges from $31.38 to $40.00 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5 years of vehicle top coating experience required.
• 5 years preferred experience in commercial and private aircraft painting.
• Ability to participate in the DOT/FAA Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform structure preparation, painting, and detailing.
• Coordinate with supervision for compliance and quality specifications.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment for self-inspection.

Skills

Vehicle Top Coating Experience

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Knowledge of paint processes and products

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational Training/Certifications in automotive or industrial painting

Tools

Various paint guns

Dual action sanders

Paint thickness measuring devices

Job description

Who YOU Are And What YOU Can Become

As a Aircraft Paint Technician, you will work under minimum supervision to safely prepare, paint and detail aircraft structure including, but not limited to Inlet Cowls, Fan Cowls and Thrust Reversers according to schedule using internal and external maintenance manuals, quality standards, engineering documents and operating procedures.

Who WE Are And Where WE Are Going

At ST Engineering - MRAS, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio. We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future. A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

What YOU Will Do

• Safely perform structure preparation, painting, and detailing under minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with supervision and inspection to ensure compliance with internal procedures, FAA documentation, signoffs and quality specifications.
• Sand large structures down to primer without damaging underlying composite surfaces.
• Perform wet sanding as required.
• Apply Alodine, primers, protectants, sealants, and multiple aerospace coatings using spray, brush, or roller methods on a variety of substrates and simple-to-complex configurations per Technical Data Sheets (TDS) and internal procedures.
• Apply final topcoat finishes (Base Coat/Clear Coat) to a high visual standard with minimal orange peel and accurately detect and match color differences including shade and brightness variations.
• Follow standard operating procedures when using sealants, paint strippers and corrosion-preventive chemicals and use protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Follow standard operating procedures when using tools and equipment such as dual action sanders, hydraulic lift platforms, paint thickness measuring devices and paint sprayers.
• Properly maintain and care for shop equipment and tools, including performing routine minor maintenance on sprayers, paint guns, etc.
• Comply with safety rules and procedures and address unsafe conditions immediately.
• Use computer systems to create material demand, track squawks, sign-off work and access OEM Portals to retrieve data.
• Move product within the manufacturing work area of the shop, including operating cranes and assisting with movement of large aircraft structures.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and contribute improvement ideas.
• Apply stencils and decals in accordance with MRO documentation and CMMs
• Select mix and apply paint ingredients according to the TDS, internal paint procedures, and MRO planning documents to create specific finishes.
• Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from surfaces using abrasives, solvents, and brushes or washing tanks to prepare to apply paint.
• Perform cosmetic surface repairs on composite aircraft structures using approved fillers (such as Aero Filler and Pin hole filler), sanding, and finishing techniques, ensuring no structural material is removed and all work complies with engineering and OEM specifications.
• Use any equipment (e.g., various paint guns, power and air tools) needed to complete preparation and paint assignments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings as well as maintenance manuals and MRO documentation. Work per such documentation as well as written/verbal instruction.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment (e.g. Zahn Cups, Durometers checkers and scales) to perform self-inspection of in-process and finished work.
• Support the flow of products within the repair process by training and assisting employees.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to find the cause of errors, problems or defects.
• Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems as pertains to the paint process. i.e. Cap and Needle changes.
• Ensure daily logs are completed for air quality prior to paint operations.
• Utilize required safety equipment and procedures such as respirators, air hoods/masks, Tyvek suits, gloves, donning/doffing, footwear, and safety eyewear.
• Responsibilities include masking, racking, turning, media blasting and sanding operations.
• Working knowledge of paint processes and products (lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, and acrylics) is required.
• Direct and advise lower graded MRO support employees (including Aviation or MRO Painters)
• Assists with planning of paint shop operations with leadership as directed
• Assist with additional repair and maintenance work as assigned

Education And Training

What YOU must bring to Succeed

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Vocational Training/Certifications: Certificates in automotive or industrial painting (ACAS/APCS) strongly preferred or able to obtain within directed period of employment.

Required Work Experience

• Vehicle Top Coating Experience: 5 years (Required)
• Commercial and Private Aircraft Painting: 5 years (Preferred)
• Experience with auto body or industrial painting (Preferred)
• Commercial MRO experience (Preferred)

Other Requirements

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must participate in the DOT/FAA Drug and Alcohol Testing Program in accordance with 14 CFR Part 120, including pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing requirements.
• Ability to obtain respirator certification.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small, restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds, and work any shift.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and successful completion of background testing and drug screening
• Flexibility for various shift work where applicable/as needed

Benefits and Compensation

AT ST Engineering- MRAS, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities. Salary for this role: $31.38 – $40.00/hour. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

• Competitive Healthcare Benefits Package
• 401k Savings Plan
• Annual Pay Increases and COLA pay
• Shift Differential Pay for off shift schedules
• Overtime Opportunities
• Paid-Time Off/Vacation
• Educational Assistance Reimbursement
• Health & Safety Personal Protective Program
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes
• On-the-Job Training

Employment Notice

Background and Drug Screening Requirements: As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems. ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at [e-mail].