Aircraft Painter & Finishing Specialist (Second Shift)

Bell Flight; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Textron Inc. in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking an Aircraft Painter for the Second Shift to apply dope, lacquer, paint, and other finishing materials to aircraft and equipment. The role includes surface prep, masking, priming, color matching, and final polishing to ensure high-quality coatings.

Ideal candidates have three years of aircraft painting experience and must comply with ITAR/EAR regulations. This onsite position offers full-time hours and a pathway to contribute to specialized aviation

Qualifications

• Three (3) years’ experience as an Aircraft Painter.
• ITAR/EAR compliance with U.S. person requirement for access to information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by removing foreign substances and old paint.
• Mask surfaces not to be painted.
• Apply primers and fillers for smooth coats.
• Match colors for spot or repair jobs.
• Polish final coat with wax or polishing compound.
• Perform lettering with stencils.

Skills

Paints & finishes

Painting tools

Measuring tools

Tools

Stencil cutting machines

Measuring tapes

Job description

Bell Textron Inc. in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking an Aircraft Painter for the Second Shift to apply dope, lacquer, paint, and other finishing materials to aircraft and equipment. The role includes surface prep, masking, priming, color matching, and final polishing to ensure high-quality coatings.

Ideal candidates have three years of aircraft painting experience and must comply with ITAR/EAR regulations. This onsite position offers full-time hours and a pathway to contribute to specialized aviation