Aircraft Paint Technician: Creative Finishes & Growth

West Star Aviation Inc.; Perryville (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

West Star Aviation is seeking an Aircraft Paint Technician to transform aircraft exteriors with precision painting in a fast-paced hangar in Perryville, Missouri. This role emphasizes hands-on painting, masking, color matching, and maintaining safety standards.

Tech levels range from entry to senior, with opportunities to advance. Benefits start on day one, including health coverage, a 401(k) match, and weekly pay, in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vo-tech paint preferred
• Valid driver’s license and/or passport ideal
• Experience in aviation painting preferred

Responsibilities

• Masking and taping aircraft parts to avoid overspray
• Sanding primer
• Applying all layers of paint including top coat
• Inspect completed paint jobs
• Paint mixing and color matching

Skills

English communication

Team player

Self-motivated

Flexible

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Air equipment

Polisher

Sander

Stripper pump

Electrostatic paint guns

Laser level

Job description

West Star Aviation is seeking an Aircraft Paint Technician to transform aircraft exteriors with precision painting in a fast-paced hangar in Perryville, Missouri. This role emphasizes hands-on painting, masking, color matching, and maintaining safety standards.

Tech levels range from entry to senior, with opportunities to advance. Benefits start on day one, including health coverage, a 401(k) match, and weekly pay, in a supportive team environment.