Painter

Lockheed Martin; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking an Aircraft Painter to ensure quality, safety, and appearance of aircraft by surface preparation, media blasting, painting, coating, and touch-ups in line with military specifications. You will document all painting activities and maintain compliance with safety procedures and PPE usage.

Ideal candidates will have experience with aircraft or complex surfaces, meticulous attention to finish quality, and flexibility for shifts or travel as required.

Qualifications

• Experience sanding, masking, priming, and painting aircraft or similar complex surfaces.
• Follow precise procedures and safety protocols.
• Ensure finishes meet OEM and military specs.
• Accurate maintenance documentation with traceability.
• Know safety PPE, ventilation, and hazardous waste handling.
• Ability to travel or work alternative shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces, sand, mask, prime, and paint per specs.
• Maintain paint booth systems and ensure environmental compliance.
• Document painting and corrosion control activities.
• Support travel or alternate shift schedules as needed.

Skills

Surface prep

Coating experience

Attention to detail

Maintenance records

Safety procedures

PPE use

Hazardous materials

Shift flexibility

Job description

Standard Job Description

As an

As an Aircraft Painter, your primary role will be to ensure the quality, safety, and appearance of aircraft by performing surface preparation, media blasting, painting, coating, and touch-up processes in accordance with technical & military specifications, and maintenance standards. Your work directly contributes to the structural protection and professional presentation of aircraft operated by the Special Operations Forces team.

Basic Qualifications

Surface Prep and Coating Experience:

Demonstrated experience in sanding, masking, priming, and painting aircraft or similar complex surfaces, with the ability to follow precise procedures and safety protocols.

Attention To Detail And Quality

Ability to ensure consistent, high-quality finishes, adhering to thickness, color match, and gloss level standards as defined by OEM and military specifications.

Maintenance Record Keeping

Accurately document all painting and corrosion control activities using applicable maintenance systems and ensure traceability of work performed.

Safety And Compliance

Knowledge of safety procedures including PPE use, ventilation requirements, flammable materials handling, and hazardous waste disposal related to painting operations.

Operational Flexibility

Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment. This role may involve travel or require working alternative shifts

Desired Skills

Aircraft-Specific Experience:

Experience painting military applications & aircraft with an understanding of their materials, contours, and coating requirements.

Exposure to aircraft paint schemes, corrosion prevention measures, and coating systems.

Detail Finishing:

Mastery in fine detailing, stenciling, and insignia application.

Paint Booth Operations:

Operating and maintaining paint booth systems to ensure environmental compliance and quality output.

Pay Information

• $31.87 - $31.87

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.