Aircraft Painter

Segula Technologies; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Groupe SEGULA Technologies SA in Dallas, TX seeks an Aircraft Painter with at least 2 years of experience in painting aircraft wings and structural components. You will prepare surfaces, apply primers, base coats and topcoats, and ensure quality finishes while following aerospace standards.

Responsibilities include reading drawings, preparing surfaces, masking, applying strippers, performing touch-ups, inspecting finishes, maintaining tools, and documenting work in compliance with safety

Qualifications

• 2+ years of aircraft painting experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and paint specifications.
• Experience with surface preparation and finishing processes.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and paint specifications to determine required tasks.
• Prepare aircraft wing surfaces for painting by cleaning, stripping, sanding, grinding, buffing, and masking.
• Apply chemical paint strippers and remove coatings using approved methods and equipment.
• Mask, unmask, and re-mask aircraft components to protect sensitive surfaces during the painting process.
• Apply fillers, sealants, and Alodine treatments as required prior to painting.
• Mix and apply primers, base coats, and topcoats using spray equipment in accordance with aerospace specifications.
• Perform paint touch-ups and cosmetic repairs to ensure a high-quality finish.
• Inspect painted surfaces for defects and complete any required rework.
• Document completed work in accordance with company procedures and quality standards.
• Follow all environmental, health, and safety regulations, including proper use of PPE and hazardous materials.
• Assist with moving aircraft and supporting production activities as needed.
• Maintain painting equipment and ensure a clean and organized work area.

Job description

Overview

Aircraft Painter with at least 2 years of experience in aircraft painting, specifically preparing and painting aircraft wings and structural components. The ideal candidate will have experience with surface preparation, masking, chemical stripping, primer and topcoat application, and finishing processes while maintaining the highest quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and paint specifications to determine required tasks.
• Prepare aircraft wing surfaces for painting by cleaning, stripping, sanding, grinding, buffing, and masking.
• Apply chemical paint strippers and remove coatings using approved methods and equipment.
• Mask, unmask, and re-mask aircraft components to protect sensitive surfaces during the painting process.
• Apply fillers, sealants, and Alodine treatments as required prior to painting.
• Mix and apply primers, base coats, and topcoats using spray equipment in accordance with aerospace specifications.
• Perform paint touch-ups and cosmetic repairs to ensure a high-quality finish.
• Inspect painted surfaces for defects and complete any required rework.
• Document completed work in accordance with company procedures and quality standards.
• Follow all environmental, health, and safety regulations, including proper use of PPE and hazardous materials.
• Assist with moving aircraft and supporting production activities as needed.
• Maintain painting equipment and ensure a clean and organized work area.