Low Observable Material Coat Finisher

Lockheed Martin; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an experienced paint technician to prepare aircraft surfaces, mask configurations, and apply prime and finish coats to meet exact tolerances. You will mix primers and coatings, inspect thickness, and work with various spray equipment to ensure flush finishes.

The role requires ability to read blueprints, follow complex procedures, and work with limited supervision in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Must read blueprints and process specs.
• Experience with priming and finishing coatings.
• Ability to interpret shop drawings and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft surfaces, mask, spray prime and apply finish coatings to exterior surfaces.
• Prepare and apply material for smoothing and flushness.
• Mix primers, top coats, sealants and fillers to correct ratios.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Spray painting

Masking techniques

Height safety

Quality inspection

Basic math

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Spray guns

Measuring tools

Job description

Standard Job Description

Have the ability to prepare aircraft surfaces, mask, spray prime and apply finish coatings to exterior surfaces. Prepare and apply material for aerodynamic smoothing and flushness. Able to accurately cut materials to specific dimensions and bond to specified surfaces within exact tolerances. Must be able to interpret blueprints, process specifications, knowledge of basic shop mathematics and follow complex application procedures. Mask complex configurations. Set up and operate various types of spray guns and other painting equipment. Have the technique to apply prime and finishing materials to correct thicknesses and use proper measuring inspection equipment to verify. Mix material including primers, top coats, sealants and fillers to correct ratios. Make patterns, cut and bond materials to contoured surfaces.

Standing/Sitting: Requires full time standing with limited resting periods and to walk distances. Sit for extended periods if required. Heights: Able to work at heights. Able to climb stairs or ladders as required. Able to work off of step stools, scissor lifts, lift platforms and aircraft structure without handrails. Overhead work: Able to work overhead as required. Weight restriction: Able to lift/push/pull/carry a minimum of 25 lbs. Body positioning: Able to twist/bend (neck or waist) and stoop. Able to work in awkward positions as required. Able to squat/kneel/crawl/reach as required. Work content: Able to use/hold/manipulate small tools and parts with hands. Simple grasping, power grasping and fine manipulation is required. Able to use vibrating tools and perform torqueing operations. Able to use power moving equipment and power moving equipment. Repetitive tasks will be performed. Vision/Hearing: High level Hand/Eye coordination required. Corrective lenses may be used. Eye protection required in many instances. Color differentiation may be required. Must be able to hear at level required for positions.

Environmental: Able to work around noise, chemicals, fumes and dust. Capable of using respirators and other personal protective equipment including hearing protection if required. Able to work outside if needed. Attendance: Regular attendance required based on set work schedule. Able to work any shift. Vehicles/Power moving equipment: Able to operate equipment or machinery as required. Able to work around heavy equipment and machinery. Must be able to work any shift.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be able to interpret blueprints.
• Set up and operate various types of spray guns and other painting equipment.
• Prep: Sand and Mask complex configurations.

Desired Skills

• Ability to prep, apply coatings and bond materials to metal or composite parts.
• Robotic experience is a plus.
• Ability to mitre, blend, smooth, treat and finish parts to meet flushness and engineering requirements.
• Mix material including primers, top coats, sealants and fillers to correct ratios.
• Make patterns, cut and bond materials to contoured surfaces.

Pay Information

• $nu - $nu

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.

Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.