Aircraft Painter

AAA-USA Inc; The Dell (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Relocation assistance available

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

AAA USA Inc. is seeking an experienced aircraft painter to prepare and finish coatings on aircraft parts and assemblies at our Little Rock, AR facility. This role involves reading engineering drawings, color matching, and operating industrial spray equipment to apply primers, sealants, and topcoats.

Willingness to relocate/travel and work any shift is required. The position supports production schedules while maintaining safety and aerospace quality standards, with benefits including

Qualifications

• Experience painting aircraft or aerospace components.
• Experience operating industrial spray guns and paint equipment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to distinguish colors and finishes accurately.
• Ability to work from elevated platforms and ladders.
• Willing to work any shift.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft parts for painting (cleaning, sanding, masking).
• Mix primers and topcoats per specs.
• Apply primers and finishes with spray equipment.
• Inspect coatings for thickness and quality.
• Maintain paint booths and equipment.
• Handle and dispose of paints and solvents per regs.
• Support production schedules while meeting safety standards.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Color vision

Attention to detail

Paint preparation

Safety compliance

Tools

Industrial spray guns

Spray painting equipment

Job description

Must be willing to travel/temporarily relocate to Little Rock, AR.

Why Aerospace Professionals Choose AAA USA:

• Competitive Pay.
• Overtime Opportunities.
• Long-Term Aerospace Programs.
• Relocation Assistance Available.
• Referral Programs.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare aircraft parts and assemblies for painting through cleaning, sanding, masking, and surface preparation.
• Mix primers, sealants, and topcoats according to engineering specifications and manufacturer requirements.
• Apply primers, coatings, and finish paints using conventional and specialized spray equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, work instructions, and planning documents.
• Match paint colors and finishes to required specifications while ensuring coating consistency and quality.
• Perform paint touch-ups, rework, and repairs as required.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections using precision measuring equipment to verify coating thickness and quality standards.
• Maintain paint booths, spray guns, and related equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Handle and dispose of paints, solvents, and hazardous materials in accordance with company procedures and environmental regulations.
• Support production schedules while maintaining compliance with safety, OSHA, customer, and aerospace quality standards.

Requirements:

• Aircraft painting or aerospace painting experience required.
• Experience operating industrial spray guns and paint application equipment.
• Ability to prepare, mask, prime, and paint aircraft structures and components.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Ability to distinguish colors, shades, and surface finishes with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work from elevated platforms, lifts, scaffolding, and ladders.
• Must be willing and able to work any shift.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.