Painter IV

SAIC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Paint Shop Technician IV in Indianapolis, IN (2nd shift: 3:00 PM–11:30 PM EST). The role requires eight or more years of related experience, with 4–6 years in painting or similar technician work. Must have basic computer skills and be able to work both independently and in a team environment.

This on-site position supports the military coating finishes, operates HVLP guns and booths, and adheres to ISO9000/AS9100 procedures. Eligible candidates must be a U.S.

Qualifications

• High School diploma plus 8+ years related experience.
• Minimum 8 years of working experience; 4–6 years painting type work or related technician work.
• Basic computer skills (logging in, email, timecard entry, job tracking).

Responsibilities

• Prepare industrial parts for military coating finishes (sanding, blending, cleaning, masking).
• Set up, maintain and operate shop equipment (paint mixers, HVLP guns, booths).
• Apply primers, sealers, basecoats and color coats per manufacturer specs.
• Apply polyurethane, lacquers, epoxy paints, or dry lube coatings.
• Prepare surfaces for painting and protect surfaces from corrosion.
• Communicate clearly and work as part of a team to meet goals.
• Prioritize paint booth schedule for 2nd shift with supervisor guidance.
• Follow ISO9000 and AS9100 processes and procedures.
• Perform job tracking, data entry and paperwork as needed.
• Be adaptable as project demands vary; follow company policies including timecard and email checks.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Team communication

Education

High School diploma

Tools

HVLP paint guns

Paint mixers

Paint booths

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Job ID 2618182

Location Indianapolis, IN, US

Date Posted 2026-10-20

Category Facilities

Subcategory Painter

Schedule Full-Time

Shift Evening Job

Travel No

Minimum Clearance Required None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Secret

Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC has an opening for a Paint Shop Technician IV in Indianapolis, IN

This position will be 2nd shift, 300pm EST to 1130pm EST.

Job Duties

• Perform sanding, blending, cleaning, masking, and other tasking related to the preparation of industrial parts for military coating finishes.
• Set up, maintain, and operate typical shop equipment such as paint mixers, HVLP paint guns, and paint booths.
• Apply primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats with correct formulations as per paint manufacturer specifications.
• Apply polyurethane, lacquers, epoxy paints, or dry lube coatings.
• Prepare surfaces for painting and protects surfaces from corrosion.
• Work as a team and individually towards a common goal and be able to communicate clearly.
• Prioritize paint booth schedule for 2nd shift with advisement from split shift supervisor.
• Follow standard and common shop processes to perform work tasking but also be able to 'adapt and overcome' when appropriate.
• Follow ISO9000 and AS9100 standard processes and procedures.
• Job tracking, data entry, and paperwork as deemed necessary.
• Project scheduling and demands are fluid thus tasking may deviate when necessary.
• Follow corporate and local office policies and procedures including but not limited to; daily timecard recording and Email checks.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education And Experience

• High School and eight (8) years or more of related experience.

KEY JOB DETAILS

• Work week is Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day, 3pm to 1130pm.
• Candidate resume must document a minimum of 8 years of working experience.
• Candidate resume must document a minimum of 4-6 years of painting type work or related/similar technician experience to qualify.
• Basic computer skills are a must (Logging in, Email, Timecard entry, Job tracking, etc.).

Clearance Requirements

• Must be a United States Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance; New Hire employee will be required to submit background information necessary for security clearance evaluation.

Desired Experience

• Experience with mil spec and military coatings.
• Experience with measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers.
• Some leadership or supervisor experience.

Target salary range $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.