Paint Associate

Astronics Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

No weekend shifts

Full benefits

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Job summary

Luminescent Systems in East Aurora, NY is seeking reliable, hands-on production team members. You’ll help build aerospace systems, learn our processes, and be trained to perform a range of painting and assembly tasks with a focus on quality.

The role offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, no weekend shifts, a clean modern facility, and full benefits including health insurance and 401(k) match. Compensation is $19.00-25.00/hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative production team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in aerospace manufacturing processes with careful handling and QA checks.
• Operate in a clean, climate-controlled facility to support production goals.
• Follow work instructions, blueprints and color/spec guidelines for paints and finishes.
• Maintain a safe, organized workspace and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Record production activity using basic computer systems and software.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer literacy

Job description

At Luminescent Systems, we’re part of a global aerospace organization dedicated to designing and delivering cutting-edge electronic systems for commercial, business, and military aircraft. Here in East Aurora, NY, our team thrives in a culture where teamwork drives innovation and creative problem-solving is part of everyday life. We’re united by a shared passion for engineering excellence and a commitment to building advanced systems that help shape the future of aviation.

Make it happen. Build something important. Be part of the team.
We’re looking for reliable, hands-on team players to join our production team. You won’t just be assembling or painting parts — you’re helping create the systems that power the aerospace industry. Join a team that values your contributions and gives you the opportunity to make a real impact, every single day.

Whether you're experienced or looking to grow your skills, this is your chance to work in a clean, quiet, and climate-controlled facility with a team that values balance, teamwork, and quality.

What You’ll Do

Bring your hands-on skills and a great attitude to help us build the best in aerospace manufacturing. Whether you have prior production experience or are eager to get started, you’ll be trained to:

• Use airbrushes, HVLP spray guns, screening tables, gun washing equipment, paint booths, measuring equipment and ovens
• Perform spraying of clear coat, paint on fronts and backs, paint for finals, paint I, paint on Avionics, paint on GDLS
• Perform screening on panels, metal, and GDLS
• Balance INCN and EL panels, Avionics product, and GDLS
• Perform all sanding and flipping tasks
• Follow detailed work instructions and blueprints to ensure high-quality production
• Work with a collaborative team to solve problems and keep production moving
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and help streamline processes
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Great attention to detail, willingness to learn, follow instructions, and be part of a team
• Use basic computer systems and software to track production, document work completed, and follow up on tasks as needed
• Previous manufacturing or paint experience is helpful but not required

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Enjoy a 9/80 schedule – get every other Friday off
• No weekend shifts – your time off stays yours
• Steady work in a clean, modern facility – bright, temperature-controlled, and organized
• Full benefits – health insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off, profit sharing, and more
• Culture of Balance & Growth – We believe in creating space for life outside of work while offering constant opportunities to sharpen your skills and grow your career.
• Impact You Can See – Our designs will fly. Literally. Work on real products for real aircraft used around the world.

Ready for Takeoff?

At Luminescent Systems, your engineering talents directly shape the aircraft systems of tomorrow. If you're ready to bring your skills to a team that values innovation, collaboration, and real time off, apply today and start designing what’s next.

Compensation

$19.00-25.00/hour

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Additional Considerations:

• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check
• This position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee’s authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions and correspondence.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continually required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and arms to pull handles and push buttons and reach objects. Requirements may also include repetitive motions, climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching or crawling.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Astronics LSI is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail]; or call: 716-655-0800. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company's strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provide innovative solutions to its targeted markets.

For more information on Astronics and its solutions, visit www.Astronics.com .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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