Aircraft Painter 2

Gulfstream Aerospace; St. Louis (MO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in St. Louis seeks an Aircraft Painter II to prepare, paint, and detail aircraft. The role requires proficiency in painting tools and processes, with a focus on safety and quality standards. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence in aircraft finishing.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Employee assistance program

Adoption assistance

Legal services

Insurance options

Qualifications

• 2 years of related painting experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform aircraft preparation, painting, and detailing.
• Operate tools and equipment such as sanders and sprayers.
• Utilize material tracking systems for parts and work sign-offs.

Skills

English

Ability to use painting tools

Knowledge of paint processes

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

***This role is eligible for a sign-on bonus!***

Aircraft Painter 2 in GAC St. Louis

Unique Skills:

Must be able to work from a scissor lift and wear fall restraint equipment.

The compensation range for this role is $27.17 - $31.70 per hour. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as qualifications, skills, experience, education, and location.

Gulfstream offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance program
• Additional voluntary benefits such as adoption assistance, legal services, and insurance options

Education and Experience Requirements: High School Diploma or GED required; 2 years of related painting experience preferred; aircraft industry experience is a plus. Valid driver's license required.

Position Purpose: The Aircraft Painter II works with minimal supervision to prepare, paint, and detail aircraft according to schedule, adhering to quality standards and procedures.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Safely perform aircraft preparation, painting, and detailing, ensuring compliance with FAA and internal standards.
2. Operate tools and equipment such as sanders, lifts, and sprayers following SOPs; maintain equipment properly.
3. Use sealants, paint strippers, and corrosion-preventive chemicals safely, with appropriate protective gear.
4. Follow safety protocols, identify and address unsafe conditions.
5. Utilize material tracking systems for parts, work sign-offs, and squawks.
6. Assist with aircraft movement within hangars.
7. Participate in continuous improvement activities and suggest enhancements.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements:

• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking, understanding).
• Ability to use painting tools and equipment.
• Interpret blueprints and engineering documents.
• Pass Pulmonary Function Test for respirator certification.
• Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, lift up to 40 lbs, and work any shift.
• Computer literate.
• Knowledge of paint processes and products (lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, acrylics).

Additional Information:

Requisition Number: 225112

Posting Type: Internal-External

Department: J2293-Compl Paint

Category: Operations

Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary Grade: N8

Openings: 3

Posting End Date: 04/30/2025

Gulfstream is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity and inclusion. Visa sponsorship is not provided unless currently sponsored by Gulfstream.

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