Aircraft Paint Technician | Creative, Hands-On MRO Role

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

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start Day One

Competitive pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Paint Technician to join our Perryville, MO team. The role involves painting aircraft, masking, design layout, and finishing with top coats in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; vo-tech paint training is a plus. Strong communication in English and reliable transportation are needed for daily on-site work in Perryville.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vo-tech paint program preferred.
• Experience in aviation/paint preferred but not required at entry levels.

Responsibilities

• Masking and taping aircraft parts to avoid overspray.
• Sanding primer.
• Blowing and cleaning aircraft with thinner.
• Washing the paint booth.
• Applying all layers of paint including top coat.
• Laying out stripe and design schemes.
• Prep and scuff paint for trim.
• Re-masking aircraft and detail work.
• Inspecting completed paint jobs.
• Paint mixing and paint matching.
• Communicate effectively in English.

Skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Flexible

Deadline-driven

Education

High school diploma

Vo-tech paint program

Tools

Air equipment

Polisher

Sander

Stripper pump

Electrostatic paint guns

Laser level

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Paint Technician to join our Perryville, MO team. The role involves painting aircraft, masking, design layout, and finishing with top coats in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; vo-tech paint training is a plus. Strong communication in English and reliable transportation are needed for daily on-site work in Perryville.