Aircraft Painter

Amentum; New London (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Vacation accrued on anniversary

Sick leave

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Aircraft Painter in New London, CT to coat surfaces with paints and related materials, and to remove old finishes as needed. You will prepare surfaces, mask areas, and apply coatings following directives, ensuring adhesion and protection of aircraft components.

The role requires 2+ years of paint experience, ability to obtain credentials, and the fitness to meet respirator requirements. This is a full-time on-site position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform surface preparation, masking, and coating per written directives.
• Apply primers, paints, varnishes, and shellacs using standard techniques.
• Mask and cover areas not to be painted.
• Clean, degrease, and prepare surfaces for coating.
• Assist with maintenance and cleaning of painting equipment.

Skills

Paint prep

Independent work

Communication skills

People skills

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:

• 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)
• 11 paid holidays

Compensation Details:

$36.05

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.

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