Aircraft Painter I — Start in Prep, Paint & Finish

Gulfstream Aerospace; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, prescription, dental and vis​

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace in Appleton is seeking an Aircraft Painter I to prepare and paint aircraft, ensuring quality and safety on a first-shift basis. You will mask, sand, and apply coatings, while handling glazing compounds and primer mixing, maintaining equipment and following shop standards.

The role requires reading blueprints, respirator certification eligibility, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds; success means meeting meticulous quality and safety expectations in a busy paint shop

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; entry level.
• Experience with paint processes preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering documentation.

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; use PPE.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Computer literacy

Paint process knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Paint equipment operation

Job description

Gulfstream Aerospace in Appleton is seeking an Aircraft Painter I to prepare and paint aircraft, ensuring quality and safety on a first-shift basis. You will mask, sand, and apply coatings, while handling glazing compounds and primer mixing, maintaining equipment and following shop standards.

The role requires reading blueprints, respirator certification eligibility, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds; success means meeting meticulous quality and safety expectations in a busy paint shop