Experienced Aircraft Painter: Precision Finishes & Growth

Cessna Aircraft Company; Tennessee; Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO - 80 hours

Vacation - 120 hours

Holidays - 12-13 per year

Parental leave - 6 weeks

On-site fitness center

Employee Resource Groups

Many more benefits

Job summary

Bell Piney Flats Aircraft Paint Team is seeking an experienced Aircraft Painter to refinish helicopters and parts at Piney Flats, TN. You will join a hands-on team, applying primers and paints, performing surface prep, and maintaining safety and PPE protocols.

The role requires 2+ years in relevant painting, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work a 4x10 schedule with overtime as needed. Join a culture focused on innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in aircraft/body refinishing, aircraft painting, industrial painting/refinishing, or related area.
• Ability to work 4x10 day shifts and tolerate overtime.
• Expertise in surface preparation and sealant/proseal.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Team-oriented mindset and good collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sand, mask, and buff aircraft and/or parts for paint under supervision.
• Mix, apply, and smooth cosmetic fillers with supervision.
• Mix and spray aircraft with supervision.
• Spray primer and paint interiors and parts (including cowlings).
• May clear coat aircraft parts (cowlings) and belly with supervision.
• Maintain inventory of hazardous items.
• Properly use PPE, including respirator and PPE for hazardous materials.

Skills

2+ years experience

Auto body refinishing

Aircraft painting

Industrial painting/refinishing

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bell Piney Flats Aircraft Paint Team is seeking an experienced Aircraft Painter to refinish helicopters and parts at Piney Flats, TN. You will join a hands-on team, applying primers and paints, performing surface prep, and maintaining safety and PPE protocols.

The role requires 2+ years in relevant painting, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work a 4x10 schedule with overtime as needed. Join a culture focused on innovation and teamwork.