Aviation Painter: Master Aircraft Finishes & Prep

Amentum company; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) retirement benefits

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum in Killeen, TX is seeking an Aviation Aircraft Painter to support the striping and painting of aircraft and related components. You will coordinate with maintenance during prep, coat surfaces with paint, and ensure proper handling of chemicals and hazardous materials.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, at least two years of painting experience, willingness to wear PPE, and the ability to obtain US security clearance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years' experience painting ground vehicles, aircraft, and related surfaces.
• US military technical training is desired.
• Knowledge of preparation and painting of aircraft and related components.
• Must wear PPE and pass PPE/Respirator and Fit Test.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with maintenance in the preparation of aircraft painting.
• Coats surfaces of aircraft, equipment, and components with paint or similar materials using brushes, rollers, spray guns, etc.
• Removes old paint using remover, scraper, and plastic media blasting.
• Smooths surfaces with sanding tools and materials; roughens aluminum for paint adhesion.
• Masks areas not to be painted and applies insignia or numerals with stencils.
• Must comply with military/ company forms and safety procedures.

Skills

Painting

PPE Safety

Chemical handling

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Amentum in Killeen, TX is seeking an Aviation Aircraft Painter to support the striping and painting of aircraft and related components. You will coordinate with maintenance during prep, coat surfaces with paint, and ensure proper handling of chemicals and hazardous materials.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, at least two years of painting experience, willingness to wear PPE, and the ability to obtain US security clearance.