Aircraft Painter – Precision Coatings & Finishes

Lockheed Martin; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking an Aircraft Painter to ensure quality, safety, and appearance of aircraft by surface preparation, media blasting, painting, coating, and touch-ups in line with military specifications. You will document all painting activities and maintain compliance with safety procedures and PPE usage.

Ideal candidates will have experience with aircraft or complex surfaces, meticulous attention to finish quality, and flexibility for shifts or travel as required.

Qualifications

• Experience sanding, masking, priming, and painting aircraft or similar complex surfaces.
• Follow precise procedures and safety protocols.
• Ensure finishes meet OEM and military specs.
• Accurate maintenance documentation with traceability.
• Know safety PPE, ventilation, and hazardous waste handling.
• Ability to travel or work alternative shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces, sand, mask, prime, and paint per specs.
• Maintain paint booth systems and ensure environmental compliance.
• Document painting and corrosion control activities.
• Support travel or alternate shift schedules as needed.

Skills

Surface prep

Coating experience

Attention to detail

Maintenance records

Safety procedures

PPE use

Hazardous materials

Shift flexibility

Job description

Lockheed Martin is seeking an Aircraft Painter to ensure quality, safety, and appearance of aircraft by surface preparation, media blasting, painting, coating, and touch-ups in line with military specifications. You will document all painting activities and maintain compliance with safety procedures and PPE usage.

Ideal candidates will have experience with aircraft or complex surfaces, meticulous attention to finish quality, and flexibility for shifts or travel as required.