Aircraft Painter A

Moseley Technical Services, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 34,577 - 40,336; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is looking for an Aircraft Painter in Jacksonville, FL to support aircraft manufacturing and maintenance operations. The role involves preparing surfaces, applying, and removing coatings while ensuring adherence to quality standards.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience. Applicants must send resumes to [e-mail] for consideration.

This position also provides benefits such as medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant aerospace or industrial painting experience.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation.
• Experience in compliance with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting and coating.
• Apply coatings, primers, and finishes according to specifications.
• Inspect painted surfaces for quality and adherence to specifications.

Skills

Aircraft painting processes

Surface preparation techniques

Use of painting tools and spray equipment

Compliance with safety regulations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Spray equipment

Surface preparation equipment

Job description

Aircraft Painter – Aerospace Coatings & Surface Preparation

Jacksonville, FL

$25.10 - $29.28/Hour

We are seeking an Aircraft Painter – Aerospace Coatings & Surface Preparation to support aircraft manufacturing, maintenance, and refurbishment operations. This role is responsible for preparing aircraft surfaces, removing and applying aircraft paint coatings, primers, adhesives, sealants, and markings while ensuring compliance with aerospace quality standards and production requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft exterior surfaces for painting, coating, and finishing operations.
• Remove existing paint coatings, adhesives, sealants, and surface contaminants using approved methods and materials.
• Perform surface preparation activities including cleaning, masking, sanding, and inspection prior to paint application.
• Apply primers, paints, coatings, and finishes to aircraft structures and components in accordance with engineering specifications and manufacturing requirements.
• Create and utilize patterns and layouts for aircraft markings, decals, and exterior identification graphics.
• Apply aircraft finishes, stencils, and external markings to aircraft assemblies and sections.
• Inspect painted surfaces to verify quality, coverage, finish consistency, and adherence to specifications.
• Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and quality procedures related to paint and coating operations.
• Support aircraft production, modification, maintenance, and refurbishment activities as assigned.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required by Federal Law.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of related aerospace, aviation, industrial painting, or manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience applying and removing aircraft paint coatings, adhesives, and sealants.
• Experience preparing surfaces for paint application, including masking, sanding, cleaning, and finishing.
• Knowledge of aircraft painting processes, materials, coatings, primers, and finishing techniques.
• Ability to interpret work instructions, technical documentation, and production specifications.
• Experience using painting tools, spray equipment, and surface preparation equipment.
• Ability to work in manufacturing, maintenance, or hangar environments while adhering to safety requirements.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, including vocational school or associate degree training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace, aviation, or military aircraft painting experience.
• Experience with aircraft refinishing, depot maintenance, or aircraft modification programs.
• Knowledge of aerospace coating systems and corrosion prevention processes.
• Experience working in FAA-regulated, aerospace manufacturing, or defense industry environments.

What to Expect

• Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation, which may include education, criminal, and work history verifications.
• Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan.
• Final position level and pay will be based on experience.
• Applicants should send a resume to: [e-mail].

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.