Aircraft Restoration & Preservation Technician

USS Lexington Museum; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The USS Lexington Museum in Corpus Christi, TX seeks a full-time Corrosion Abatement and Aircraft Restoration Technician to perform restoration of aircraft and exhibits, including sanding, priming, painting, and safe handling of chemicals. The role requires moving displays, applying markings, and maintaining records while supporting team efforts to preserve historic assets.

You will operate heavy equipment, assist with new display construction and tour routes, and work with volunteers and other

Qualifications

• Knowledge of restoration processes for metal and aircraft components.
• Familiarity with paints, solvents, and surface prep methods.
• Understanding of safety practices and chemical handling.

Responsibilities

• Restore aircraft: corrosion abatement, sanding, priming, painting.
• Apply markings on aircraft and engines.
• Move and position aircraft and displays on hangar bay or flight deck.
• Relocate displays for events and restore afterwards.
• Perform corrosion abatement, repair and restoration tasks.

Skills

Restoration knowledge

Metal prep

Paint application

Safety compliance

Job description

The USS Lexington Museum in Corpus Christi, TX seeks a full-time Corrosion Abatement and Aircraft Restoration Technician to perform restoration of aircraft and exhibits, including sanding, priming, painting, and safe handling of chemicals. The role requires moving displays, applying markings, and maintaining records while supporting team efforts to preserve historic assets.

You will operate heavy equipment, assist with new display construction and tour routes, and work with volunteers and other