Aircraft Painter

Amentum; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 4,271,000 - 5,648,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Vacation accrual on anniversary

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Aircraft Painter in Groton, CT to coat aircraft surfaces with paints and coatings, and to perform surface preparation, masking, and application of primers and finishes.

Responsibilities include preparing surfaces, mixing coating materials, cleaning, and assisting higher-grade mechanics as needed. The role requires physical capability, credential eligibility, and US citizenship for facility access.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of recent experience in paint preparation, painting, sanding and scuffing.
• Must be able to obtain facility credentials; US Citizenship required.
• Must meet physical requirements for respirator certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform preparatory work (obtains supplies and equipment, sets up ladders and scaffolds, and covers items with drop cloths and tape).
• Prepare and coat surfaces of wood, metal, glass, and other materials.
• Mask areas not to be painted and ensure proper coverage.
• Mix, thin, blend, match, tint, and tone coating materials according to specs.
• Apply primers, paints, varnishes, and shellacs with standard techniques.
• Perform tank cleaning and access work on fuel tanks.
• Paint insignia using stencils and assist higher grade mechanics.

Skills

Paint preparation

Painting

Sanding

Scuffing

Attention to detail

Job description

The Aircraft Painter coats the surfaces of aircraft with paint, lacquer, epoxy, resin or other material, using brushes, rollers, spray guns and other devices, removes old paint from aircraft, using liquid paint remover and scraper.

• Perform all preparatory work (obtains supplies and equipment, sets up ladders and scaffolds, and covers items with drop cloths and tape).

• Perform all duties associated with the treatment, preparation, and coating of wood, metal, glass, synthetic, concrete, or other surfaces.

• Prepare surfaces by mechanical means, i.e. scraping, wire brushing, masking, spackling, and sanding surfaces.

• Clean, degrease, and remove all oil and wax buildup. Removes scale, dirt and old paint from surfaces so that coating materials will adhere properly.

• Mask and cover portions of surfaces not to be painted.

• Mix, thin, blend, match, tint, and tone coating materials following specific oral and written directives and specifications.

• Applies coating materials such as primers, paints, varnishes, and shellacs, using standard application techniques and ensures that the coating finish meets surface protection requirements.

• Performs fluid flushing and air vacuum cleaning of aircraft fuel tanks.

• Removes fuel tank braces for access to hard to reach areas.

• Removes anti-leak sealant and polyurethane paint material from fuel tank inner surfaces.

• Paint insignia, letters or numerals on aircraft surface, using stencils.

• Assists higher grade mechanics with cleaning of aircraft parts using solvents and other cleaning solutions.

• Perform other duties as requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) or more years of recent experience in paint preparation, painting, sanding and scuffing, career field.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work site.

• Must be able to physical requirements necessary to obtain and retain respirator certifications.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Knowledge of preparation and painting of aircraft, support equipment, and allied components.

• Knowledge of aircraft and/or company forms required by work requirements.

• Ability to work independently with good decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication and people skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Is required to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch and work in tiring and uncomfortable position.

• Frequently lifts parts and equipment up to 20 pounds.

• Occasionally lifts objects up to 50 pounds. Most heavy lifting is accomplished through the use of mechanical devices.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual starting hourly rate for this position is $36.05 per hour.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401k retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 80 hours of vacation accrued on your anniversary, up to 56 hours of sick leave annually (accrued weekly), and 11 paid holidays.

Compensation Details:

$36.05

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

08/24/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.