Aircraft Painter GSO

Lockheed Martin; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking an Aircraft Painter for Production and Sustainment in Greenville, SC. You will read engineering paint drawings, prepare surfaces, and apply RAM and other coatings while ensuring safety and quality.

The role requires 6 months of paint application experience, ability to work shifts including weekends, and compliance with respiratory and height safety requirements. Training and fair benefits will be provided.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have 6 months of experience in paint applications using various paint application equipment, with automotive/aircraft experience or training.
• Ability to work any shift and/or weekend as directed by operational requirements
• Must pass all Physical requirements in obtaining Respiratory certification
• Must be able to work on Elevated surfaces or at heights.
• Must have a High School education or equivalent (GED)

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering paint drawings, technical manuals, understanding symbols, flags, and general notes
• Detail surfaces and prepare for paint by cleaning, stripping, abrading or chemically treating
• Perform basic fiberglass repairs using fillers or high build primers
• Wash aircraft surfaces prior to painting
• Mask aircraft surfaces as necessary protecting sensitive components, final wiping prior to paint application, prime and paint
• Use proper painting techniques, mixing ratio’s, correct paint viscosity, identification of improper and/or unacceptable finish application
• LO and Ram Coating application
• Layout and apply required markings to include stripes and two tone surfaces.
• Use various types of hand tools and/or hand-held power tools, grinders, sanders, paint guns, tape measure, etc.
• Provide personal tools required by the Company and be able to work any shift and/or weekend as directed by operational requirements.

Skills

Paint task supervision

Blueprint interpretation

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Paint guns

Grinders

Tape measure

Job description

Standard Job Description

Aircraft Painter for Production and Sustainment:

• Read and interpret engineering paint drawings, technical manuals, understanding symbols, flags, and general notes
• Detail surfaces and prepare for paint by cleaning, stripping, abrading or chemically treating
• Perform basic fiberglass repairs using fillers or high build primers
• Wash aircraft surfaces prior to painting
• Mask aircraft surfaces as necessary protecting sensitive components, final wiping prior to paint application, prime and paint
• Use proper painting techniques, mixing ratio’s, correct paint viscosity, identification of improper and/or unacceptable finish application
• LO and Ram Coating application
• Layout and apply required markings to include stripes and two tone surfaces.
• Use various types of hand tools and/or hand-held power tools, grinders, sanders, paint guns, tape measure, etc.
• Provide personal tools required by the Company and be able to work any shift and/or weekend as directed by operational requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• Candidate must have 6 months of experience in paint applications using various paint application equipment, with automotive/aircraft experience or training.
• Ability to work any shift and/or weekend as directed by operational requirements
• Must pass all Physical requirements in obtaining Respiratory certification
• Must be able to work on Elevated surfaces or at heights.
• Must have a High School education or equivalent (GED)

Desired Skills

• Aircraft strip experience
• Full paint experience on Low Observable and RAM coatings
• Man lift operator experience
• Ability to work most paint tasks with minimal supervisionAbility to interpret paint drawings and apply paint in accordance with standard processes
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining a clean, FOD-free work area

Pay Information

Pay rate for this position is $19.71 - $35.58 per hour.

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.

Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10)
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Parental Leave
• EAP
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Education Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.