Aircraft Painter I — Start in Aerospace Finishing

Gulfstream Aerospace; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental and vizs

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Employee assistance plan

Adoption assistance, prepaid legal, 1

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace in St. Louis seeks an Aircraft Painter I to prepare aircraft for paint operations and perform related duties. You will operate priming and preparation equipment, mix paints, and ensure interior protection and safety compliance.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, with entry-level status and preferred paint process experience. Scissor lift work and fall-restraint use are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Entry level; painting experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Must be computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Mask, sand, and prepare aircraft for paint application.
• Apply glazing and sealing compounds in preparation for final painting.
• Operate and maintain all types of preparation and priming equipment; mix paints and primers.
• Perform leading edge sealant work in final detail.
• Comply with safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies; wear personal protective equipment.

Skills

Fall restraint use

Scissor lift operation

Read blueprints

Computer literacy

Patching/paint prep knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Gulfstream Aerospace in St. Louis seeks an Aircraft Painter I to prepare aircraft for paint operations and perform related duties. You will operate priming and preparation equipment, mix paints, and ensure interior protection and safety compliance.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, with entry-level status and preferred paint process experience. Scissor lift work and fall-restraint use are essential for this position.