Aircraft Painter C

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Aircraft Painter C to assist in prepping parts for paint and operate spray guns. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and extensive experience in the field. Responsibilities include adhering to safety procedures and supporting assembly work. This position requires the ability to work in a manufacturing environment and lift as per regulations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assist with prepping parts for paint, including sanding and masking.
• Set up and operate spray guns to paint detail parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints and follow engineering plans.

Skills

Knowledge of geometric tolerances

Proficiency in computer and technology use

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Title: Aircraft Painter C

Responsibilities

1. Assist the Paint Department with prepping parts for paint, including sanding, masking, and general preparation of all program products requiring paint.
2. Use and maintain precision measuring tools such as scales, micrometers, calipers, and depth gauges.
3. Operate and maintain customer-supplied tooling for executing precision work.
4. Set up and operate spray guns to paint detail parts.
5. Read and interpret blueprints and follow engineering plans.
6. Accurately complete work orders and self-verification procedures.
7. Support the Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Prevention Program.
8. Provide backup support for assembly work to meet production targets.
9. Complete required training to maintain job efficiency.
10. Adhere to housekeeping, quality, FOD, and safety procedures.
11. Support other sites as required and perform tasks assigned by site leadership.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma/GED with 7+ years of related experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Knowledge of geometric tolerances.
• Proficiency in computer and technology use.
• Must be a US Person.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing and related paperwork.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, including ASME Y 14.5 M standards.
• Technical schooling related to aviation/aerospace painting.
• Experience with aviation/aerospace industry procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work 2nd shift after initial training on 1st shift.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with proper PPE.
• Ability to lift, stand, stoop, crawl, bend, crouch, climb, and kneel as per Boeing regulations.
• Support extended hours as needed.
• Work onsite in Bridgeport, WV.