FAA-Certified Aircraft Painter

Flightstar Aircraft Services, LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Flightstar Aircraft Services, LLC in Jacksonville is seeking an experienced aircraft painter to prepare metal surfaces, apply primers and finishes, and support ground equipment painting. The role requires reading technical drawings, preparing surfaces, and maintaining tools with strict safety adherence.

The ideal candidate will hold FAA Airframe & Powerplant certification, a high school diploma or GED, and 3–5 years of relevant painting experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certification.
• Three to five years of aircraft painter experience preferred.
• Must read and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces and apply primers and finishes on aircraft and equipment.
• Mask areas not to be painted; sand and prep surfaces as needed.
• Mix and match paints and color blends for complex tasks.
• Operate spray guns and painting equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read and interpret paint drawings and instructions.
• Maintain paint supplies and inventory.
• Follow FAA regulations and company policies.

Skills

Safety procedures

Reading drawings

English communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certification

Driver license

Tools

Spray guns

Paint mixing

Stenciling

Job description

Flightstar Aircraft Services, LLC in Jacksonville is seeking an experienced aircraft painter to prepare metal surfaces, apply primers and finishes, and support ground equipment painting. The role requires reading technical drawings, preparing surfaces, and maintaining tools with strict safety adherence.

The ideal candidate will hold FAA Airframe & Powerplant certification, a high school diploma or GED, and 3–5 years of relevant painting experience.