Aircraft Painter – Day Shift with Growth & Benefits

Yingling Aviation; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Yingling Aviation in Wichita, KS is seeking an experienced aircraft painter. You will prepare surfaces, apply primers and paints, and ensure adherence to specifications for exterior coatings. Strong knowledge of paints, thinners, and masking is required. CAUTION: badge eligibility and ramp policies must be observed.

The role involves interpreting technical instructions, maintaining supplies, and documenting all work while supporting the team and complying with safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as aircraft painter.
• Knowledge of all types of paints and thinners.
• Qualified to prep exteriors and panels for paint.
• Minimize rework through paint prep and application.
• Must meet Airport Authority badge requirements; no ramp restrictions.
• Cessna and King Air experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepares aircraft surfaces for removing paint by cleaning, masking applying stripper, removing stripper.
• Applies aerodynamic filler and masks the aircraft using tapes and paper products in preparation for the paint process.
• Mixes primers and paints according to maintenance manual specifications.
• Interprets specifications, color renderings, and instructions for paint operation timing and sequence.
• Maintains painting supplies and equipment; documents all work performed.
• Provide backup to line personnel when moving aircraft in/out of hangers.
• Adheres to safety, environmental and housekeeping rules.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic math

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3+ years aircraft painter experience

Tools

Paints & thinners knowledge

Job description

Yingling Aviation in Wichita, KS is seeking an experienced aircraft painter. You will prepare surfaces, apply primers and paints, and ensure adherence to specifications for exterior coatings. Strong knowledge of paints, thinners, and masking is required. CAUTION: badge eligibility and ramp policies must be observed.

The role involves interpreting technical instructions, maintaining supplies, and documenting all work while supporting the team and complying with safety guidelines.