Aircraft Painter C

ALTEN; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN is hiring for the Aircraft Painter C position located in Bridgeport, WV. The role involves preparing parts for paint, operating spray guns, and following safety and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED and have over 7 years of experience in manufacturing, with proficiency in geometric tolerances and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. This is a 2nd shift position with a manufacturing focus.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related work experience or equivalent education.
• Knowledge of geometric tolerances.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings using ASME Y 14.5M.

Responsibilities

• Prepping parts for paint process.
• Using and maintaining customer supplied tooling.
• Operating methods for painting detail parts.

Skills

Geometric tolerances

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/technical school related to painting

Tools

Spray gun

Measuring tools (scales, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges)

Job description

Job ID

65709-1

Title

Aircraft Painter C

Location

Bridgeport, WV

Duration

6 months, possible extension

Responsibilities

• Assist Paint Department with prepping parts for paint.
• Sanding, masking and general preparation of all program products requiring paint.
• Use close tolerance measuring tools such as scales, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges and similar tools.
• Use and maintain customer supplied tooling for executing precision work.
• Set up and operate methods to paint detail parts using spray gun.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Follow engineering planning, and accurately fill out and complete work orders.
• Follow all regulatory requirements relative to use of paint on the shop floor.
• Complete self-verification procedure on work orders and other required documents.
• Support company Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Prevention Program.
• Provide back-up support for assembly work to meet production targets.
• Successfully complete training as required to maintain efficiency on the job.
• Comply with good housekeeping, quality, FOD, and safety procedures.
• Support other Aurora Flight Sciences sites as required.
• Perform other tasks as required by site leadership.

Minimum Requirements

• Education/experience typically acquired through basic education (e.g., high school diploma or GED) and typically 7 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., vocational school/associate +5 years; bachelor’s +2 years, etc.).
• Knowledge of geometric tolerances is required.
• Proficient in the use of computers and equipment utilizing computer technology.
• Must be a US Person.

Preferred Requirements

• Experienced in manufacturing and associated paperwork.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings using ASME Y 14.5M.
• Vocational and/or technical schooling related to painting in the aviation/aerospace industry.
• Experience working with specification‑driven procedures for the aviation/aerospace industry.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work 2nd shift; new hires will be temporarily assigned to 1st shift during initial training before moving to 2nd shift.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear proper PPE.
• Follow Boeing regulations for lifting; consistently stand, stoop, crawl, bend, crouch, climb, and kneel.
• May be required to support extended hours.
• Work onsite in Bridgeport, WV.