Aviation Paint Technician - Creative Coatings Specialist

West Star Aviation Inc.; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. in Statesville, NC is seeking an Aircraft Paint Technician to join our skilled MRO team.

You will apply coatings to aircraft, from simple stripes to complex artwork, in a fast-paced hangar environment, with travel to service hubs as needed. The role requires 5+ years in aviation painting, a high school diploma (vo-tech preferred), and strong attention to safety and FAA/OSHA/EPA compliance.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent. Vo-tech school in paint or on-the-job experience is preferred but not required.
• A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal.
• 5+ Years in aviation painting operations.
• Proficiency in English communication (speak, read, write).

Responsibilities

• Proficient in spraying techniques and customizing chemical formulas to overcome environmental challenges and various substrates and environmental conditions.
• Performs duties in compliance with regulations, including FAA, OSHA and EPA.
• Be able to create complete paint prep work including chemical stripping and sanding on various forms of substrates (aluminum, composite, steel, stainless steel, etc.).
• Proficient in tape masking of product and occasionally the use of body filler products and sanding techniques.
• Completes aircraft paint detailing.
• Will travel to offsite locations
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Skills

Spraying techniques

Paint prep (chemical stripping & sand)

Tape masking

Safety compliance (FAA OSHA EPA)

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vo-tech paint program or on-the-job experience preferred

Tools

Air equipment

Polisher & sander

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. in Statesville, NC is seeking an Aircraft Paint Technician to join our skilled MRO team.

You will apply coatings to aircraft, from simple stripes to complex artwork, in a fast-paced hangar environment, with travel to service hubs as needed. The role requires 5+ years in aviation painting, a high school diploma (vo-tech preferred), and strong attention to safety and FAA/OSHA/EPA compliance.