Painter

Aerotek; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) matching

Employee ownership

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Painter (Aircraft and Aerospace) to lead and execute high-quality painting of shields and aerospace components in a climate-controlled, onsite Huntsville facility.

The role focuses on advanced surface preparation, spray painting, masking inspection, and collaboration with a tight-knit team of about 20 to meet production goals. This contract-to-hire position offers day shift hours and safety-focused work in a small facility.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a painter in aerospace, automotive, or related industries.
• Experience in spray painting and surface prep for complex parts.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Surface preparation including cleaning, buffing, sanding, blasting, and treating surfaces.
• Inspect masking and coatings for corrosion and defects per standards.
• Paint using industrial spray guns in a paint booth environment.
• Prepare aircraft shields and related components to achieve high-quality finishes.
• Adhere to safety rules, PPE and cleanliness; maintain organized work area.
• Collaborate with a small team to meet production goals and timelines.

Skills

Lead painter

Industrial painting

Spray painting

Surface prep

Masking inspection

Blueprints reading

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Tools

Industrial spray guns

Paint booth equipment

Blasting equipment

Job description

Job Title: Painter (Aircraft and Aerospace)

Job Description

This role focuses on high-quality painting of aircraft shields and automotive-style components within a small, climate-controlled industrial facility. You will serve as a lead-level painter, using advanced surface preparation and spray techniques to apply coatings to a variety of materials while maintaining safety, cleanliness, and production standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough surface preparation, including cleaning, buffing, sanding, blasting, and treating surfaces and parts for aircraft interior shield components and other industrial parts.

• Inspect masking to ensure vital areas are properly protected before painting and verify that coatings and metal substrates are free from corrosion in line with applicable standards, specifications, and procedures.

• Paint a wide range of material types using various application methods, including spray painting with industrial spray guns in a paint booth environment.

• Prepare and prep aircraft shields and similar components, leveraging auto body paint experience to achieve high-quality finishes.

• Apply paint and coatings to multiple substrates and surfaces, ensuring proper coverage, adhesion, and finish quality.

• Understand and correctly use paints, solvents, and related materials to work in an efficient and effective manner while minimizing waste.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, adhering to plant rules and safety protocols for each job site.

• Use appropriate hand tools and equipment for industrial painting, sanding, and general labor tasks associated with paint preparation.

• Wear and correctly use personal protective equipment at all times while working with paints, solvents, and blasting or sanding equipment.

• Collaborate and work as a team player with other employees in a small group of approximately 20 team members.

• Adapt to varying job assignments and changing working conditions, supporting the team as the facility settles into its new building.

• Support production goals by completing painting tasks on schedule and communicating any issues that may affect quality or timelines.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as a painter in aircraft, aerospace, or automotive environments, with a high level of paint expertise suitable for a lead painter role.

• Strong background in industrial painting, including production painting and paint prep for complex parts and surfaces.

• Hands‑on experience with spray painting using industrial spray guns and working in a paint booth setting.

• Ability to perform detailed surface preparation, including cleaning, buffing, sanding, blasting, and treating various substrates.

• Capability to inspect masking, coatings, and metal substrates for corrosion and defects in accordance with standards and specifications.

• Knowledge of proper use of paints, solvents, and related materials to ensure efficient and effective application.

• Ability to read and follow blueprints, specifications, and procedural requirements for painting and surface treatment.

• Comfort working with hand tools and equipment commonly used in industrial and automotive painting and prep.

• Strong commitment to safety, including consistent use of personal protective equipment and adherence to plant rules.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a small team and communicate effectively with coworkers.

• Flexibility to handle varying job assignments and adapt to changing working conditions in a production environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in aircraft interior shield painting or similar aerospace components is highly valued.

• Auto body painting experience, including prepping and finishing automotive‑style surfaces, is ideal.

• Experience in mechanical or general industrial labor tasks that support painting operations is beneficial.

• Familiarity with industrial sanding, blasting, and other surface treatment processes used in aerospace and automotive applications.

• Ability to contribute as a lead painter within a team of approximately 20 employees, mentoring others as needed.

• Interest in a contract role with the potential to transition to a permanent position based on performance and skills.

• Comfort working in a small, employee‑focused facility that is settling into a new building and evolving its processes.

Why Work Here?

You join a close‑knit, family‑oriented culture where collaboration and mutual support are highly valued. The company offers 401(k) matching and an employee-ownership structure, giving you the opportunity to earn stock and share in the organization’s long‑term success. You contribute to products that help protect warfighters, providing a strong sense of purpose and pride in the work you do.

Work Environment

You work in a small, climate-controlled facility with fewer than 20 employees, fostering a tight‑knit team atmosphere and direct collaboration with colleagues. The environment centers on industrial and aerospace painting using spray guns, paint booths, hand tools, and surface preparation equipment such as sanding and blasting tools. Typical hours are approximately 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with some flexibility to accommodate operational needs. The setting emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and adherence to plant rules, with appropriate personal protective equipment provided and expected to be worn at all times.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.