Aircraft Painter A

Boeing Future of Flight; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Job summary

Boeing Future of Flight is seeking skilled contract workers for aircraft painting positions in Mesa, Arizona. Candidates will apply complex paint systems and ensure high-quality finishes. This role requires a minimum of 4-6 years of relevant experience and a good understanding of aviation standards.

Qualified applicants will be working with advanced spray equipment and must have strong color matching skills. Optional benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401K.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years of aircraft painting experience, with advanced finishes.
• Familiarity with aviation painting standards required.
• Experience in training junior painters.

Responsibilities

• Apply complex paint systems to aircraft structures.
• Prepare and finish surfaces as per specifications.
• Operate advanced spray systems and application tools.

Skills

Application of complex paint systems

Color matching and producing finishes

Proficient with advanced spray equipment

Understanding paint chemistry

Reading technical drawings

Inspection methods

Problem-solving skills

Coaching and communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certificate in coatings/painting

Tools

Advanced spray equipment

Mixing systems

Measuring tools

Job description

Overview

This posting is for a contract assignment and is not a full-time employment offer with Boeing. Candidates selected for roles will be employed as contract workers through a Boeing approved 3rd party for the duration of the specified project.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Apply complex paint systems, including metallic, high-gloss, specialty, and multi-coat finishes to aircraft structures and components.
• Prepare and finish surfaces to specification: sanding, masking/taping, priming, multi-stage coatings, and final clear coats.
• Operate and maintain advanced spray systems, HVLP/air-assisted equipment, and other specialized application tools safely and effectively.
• Perform detailed touch-ups, refinishing and feathering to match surrounding surfaces and restore finish quality.
• Accurately match and mix colors and tints; adjust application techniques to meet color, gloss, texture and film-thickness requirements.
• Read, interpret, and follow technical drawings, engineering work orders, paint specifications, MSDS, and process documents.
• Conduct and document inspections and quality control checks; ensure all work meets FAA/company standards and acceptance criteria.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve most problems encountered in the painting process; propose and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow environmental and safety procedures for hazardous materials, including proper storage and disposal.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to painting processes, safety, and quality.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Proven competence applying complex paint systems and specialty finishes.
• Strong ability to match colors and produce consistent finishes.
• Proficient with advanced spray equipment, mixing systems, and measuring tools (e.g., wet-film/DFT gauges).
• Solid understanding of paint chemistry and how environmental conditions affect application and cure.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and standard operating procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of inspection methods, quality acceptance criteria, and documentation requirements.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to make independent decisions to correct process issues.
• Strong coaching and communication skills; able to train and lead less-experienced team members.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance (environmental and company policies).

Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certificate in coatings/painting or related field preferred.
• Minimum 4–6 years of aircraft painting experience, with documented experience applying advanced finishes.
• Familiarity with aviation painting standards and regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in training/mentoring junior painters and performing quality inspections.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Able to stand, crouch, climb, and work in confined spaces for extended periods.
• Comfortable wearing required personal protective equipment (respirators, gloves, coveralls).
• Capable of lifting and handling painting materials and equipment up to company-specified limits.
• Work may involve exposure to solvents and airborne particulates; strict PPE and safety practices required.

Reporting & Relationships

• Reports to: Paint Shop Supervisor / Team Lead
• Interfaces with: Quality Control/Inspection, Engineering, Production Planning, Safety/Environmental teams

Performance Indicators

• Consistent adherence to paint specifications and quality standards (rework rate).
• Accurate and timely completion of work orders and documentation.
• Compliance with safety, environmental, and procedural requirements.
• Successful troubleshooting and reduction of process-related defects.

Pay Rate Range

Min Pay Rate $19
Max Pay Rate $24
Currency USD
Unit hourly

Benefits Information

Optional Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America’s leading providers of staffing and consulting services. Our success and our clients’ success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Unincorporated LA County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.