Aircraft Painter I

Gulfstream Aerospace; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Paid leave

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace in St. Louis seeks an Aircraft Painter I to prepare aircraft for paint, apply finishes, and maintain painting equipment. You will read blueprints, mix paints, and perform sealant work while following safety rules and 5S practices.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and about 1 year of painting experience. A first-shift schedule, full-time employment, and comprehensive benefits are provided in a supportive shop environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of painting experience.

Responsibilities

• Mask, sand, and prepare aircraft for paint application.
• Apply glazing and sealing compounds in preparation for final painting.
• Operate and maintain preparation and priming equipment; mix paints and primers.
• Perform leading edge sealant work in final detail.
• Comply with safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies; wear PPE.
• Care for shop equipment and comply with paint shop standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Must pass Pulmonary Function Test for respirator certification.

Skills

Scissor lift

Fall restraint

Blueprint reading

Lifting 40 lbs

Computer literacy

Paint processes

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Preparation equipment

Priming equipment

Paints and primers

Job description

Aircraft Painter Iin GAC St. Louis

Unique Skills:

Must be able to work from scissor lift and must be able to wear fall restraint.

The compensation range for this role is $22.00 - $28.87 per hour.

Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to: minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, and location.

Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programs, paid leave and tuition assistance. Our U.S. benefits package includes:

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance plan
• Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 1 year of painting experience. Position Purpose:The Aircraft Painter I prepares the aircraft for paint related operations by performing tasks safely within schedule while meeting quality expectations.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:Essential Functions:

1. Mask, sand, and prepare aircraft for paint application.
2. Apply glazing and sealing compounds in preparation for final painting.
3. Operate and maintain all types of preparation and priming equipment. Mix paints and primers. .
4. Perform leading edge sealant work in final detail. .
5. Comply with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies. Use personal protective equipment and ensure aircraft interior is protected (PTP).

Additional Functions:

1. Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools as assigned. .
2. Comply with Paint shop standard practices. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
2. Able to pass Pulmonary Function Test to obtain respirator certification.
3. Ability to use tools, equipment, and materials in the aircraft painting process. Able to climb ladders and stairs, perform close tolerance work, work in small spaces lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
4. Must be computer literate.
5. A working knowledge of paint processes and products (lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, and acrylics).

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 235111

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 08/18/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft