Aviation Paint Technician: Precise Finishes

Jet Access; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Training programs

Discounted flight training

Job summary

Jet Access is seeking an Aircraft Paint Technician to prepare and finish aircraft to the highest appearance and airworthiness standards at KEYE in Indianapolis, IN. You will work with the maintenance team, applying primers and coatings, masking surfaces, and ensuring documentation aligns with FAA requirements.

The role requires a minimum of 1 year in aircraft painting or related finishing, reading blueprints, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 1 year hands-on experience in paint application or related finishing trades; aviation experience valued.
• Ability to read blueprints, work orders, and engineering documentation.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality.
• Must pass a pre‑employment background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and finish aircraft to the highest standards of appearance and airworthiness.
• Mask surfaces and remove paint using mechanical and manual methods; inspect for damage before coatings.
• Apply primers, topcoats, and specialty coatings per manufacturer specs and engineering docs.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation and ensure tools and equipment are in good condition.
• Ensure FAA paperwork alignment and proper sign-off prior to FAA inspection.

Skills

Paint application

Surface preparation

Reading blueprints

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma

Vocational/technical painting training

Tools

Spray equipment

Coating materials

Job description

Jet Access is seeking an Aircraft Paint Technician to prepare and finish aircraft to the highest appearance and airworthiness standards at KEYE in Indianapolis, IN. You will work with the maintenance team, applying primers and coatings, masking surfaces, and ensuring documentation aligns with FAA requirements.

The role requires a minimum of 1 year in aircraft painting or related finishing, reading blueprints, and strong attention to detail.