Aircraft Parts Painter B

Cessna Aircraft Company; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Aviation is seeking an Aircraft Parts Painter in Wichita, Kansas. This role involves preparing and painting aircraft parts with attention to detail and quality standards. Candidates should have a high school education and at least one year of relevant experience in manufacturing painting processes.

Benefits

401K company match

$3,000 annual lump sum payment eligibility

Annual cost of living adjustment up to $1,500

Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs

Flight training bonus program for pilot certifications

Qualifications

• At least one year of manufacturing spray painting or related experience.
• Experience with polyurethane, Hexamine chromium, and various paints.
• Ability to ensure clean and undamaged parts for painting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and spray paint a variety of aircraft parts.
• Mask and prime parts before painting.
• Inspect painted parts for quality after completion.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to read paint conditions

Education

High School education, GED, or Bronze Level WorkKeys certification

Job description

Job Description - Aircraft Parts Painter B (331553)

Job Number:

331553

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

What you will be doing as an Aircraft Parts Painter:

You can expect to prepare, and spray paint a variety of aircraft parts. Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

• Preparation of aircraft parts: check parts to ensure they are clean and not damaged before hand-sanding surfaces, then masking and priming.
• Select and adjust spray gun per instructions while mixing paint according to specifications.
• Painting various aircraft parts: use painting techniques (e.g., spray paint, dip paint) to coat all crevices with primer or paint based on specifications.
• Carefully inspect parts to ensure no dirt, dust, or foreign objects are present before baking in oven.

What you need to be successful:

• High School education, GED, or Bronze Level WorkKeys certification.
• At least one year of manufacturing spray painting or related experience.
• Experience with polyurethane, Hexamine chromium, and various paints is helpful.
• Attention to detail and ability to read paint conditions (wet, dry, blotchy) to ensure efficiency.

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package including:

• 401K company match + additional annual contribution of 4% of eligible compensation.
• $3,000 annual lump sum payment eligibility per contract.
• Annual cost of living adjustment up to $1,500 per contract.
• Automatic increases of $0.30/hr every 3 months up to top of grade per contract.
• Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, paid at semester start.
• Flight training bonus program for pilot certifications.
• Access to Textron Aviation Plane Wellness and Pharmacy.

At Textron Aviation, base pay is part of our Total Rewards and varies by experience, qualifications, and location. Our diverse workforce values inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds, including military, recent graduates, or career changers.

We’re Here to Support You:

Our team is dedicated to assisting you throughout the hiring process. Visit the Career & Learning Center in Wichita, Kansas, for resources and answers.

Join us and you may qualify for a $5,000 Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. More info at aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits.

EEO Statement:

Textron is committed to Equal Opportunity in Employment for all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.