Production Painter

Moog Military Aircraft LLC; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great compensation package

Profit sharing

401k matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition assistance

Health insurance

Job summary

Moog Military Aircraft Group in Torrance, CA is seeking a Production Painter (A) for 1st shift. Responsibilities include surface prep, masking, primer/paint mixing, and applying coatings to military and industrial parts. Requires blueprint reading, paint application experience, and FAA safety compliance.

Onsite role with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits. Preference for 3+ years in related industry and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED preferred.
• 3+ years in a related industry.
• Conventional paint application experience.
• Basic/Intermediate computer skills.
• Technical knowledge and ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• FAA Safety Sensitive position; must meet FAA drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces to be painted by sanding, blasting, cleaning and masking.
• Clean components before painting.
• Prepare paint and primer by mixing on shaker mixer.
• Determine primer and paint to be used by reading work instructions.
• Apply primers and paints usually by spray gun.
• Paint a wide variety of component parts for military and industrial assemblies.
• Mask parts before painting and verify paint thickness requirements.
• Interface with production and methods engineering for fixtures and processes.
• Log all activity including paint mix details and cure cycles.
• Inspect surfaces for thickness and adhesion characteristics.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Spray painting

Paint thickness testing

Quality inspection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Spray gun

Grieve oven

Cup viscosity test

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title: Production Painter
Reporting To: Supervisor, Process
Work Schedule: Onsite – Torrance, CA
Moog’s Military Aircraft Group has an immediate opening for a Production Painter (A) on 1st shift (6:00am‑2:30pm). Reporting to our Process Supervisor. You will have an on‑site work at our aerospace plant in Torrance, CA.

Job Overview

Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is a global leader in designing primary and secondary flight control actuation systems (FCAS) for military aircraft. We design and integrate FCAS systems for cutting edge aircraft like the F‑35 Lightning II and the V280 Valor next generation tilt‑rotor Aircraft. Headquartered in East Aurora, NY, Moog employs 14,000 employees in 20+ countries.

Eligibility & Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED preferred.
• Otherwise, demonstrated ability to understand and apply all verbal, written and computer work instructions or training in English, and demonstrated ability to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• 3 years or more of experience in a related industry.
• Conventional paint application experience.
• Basic/Intermediate computer skills.
• Technical knowledge and ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• FAA Safety Sensitive position; must meet FAA's drug and alcohol testing program requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with epoxy and polyurethane coatings preferred.
• Experience working in the aerospace or other regulated industry.
• 5 years or more of experience in a related industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces to be painted by sanding, non‑abrasive blasting (plastic media), cleaning and masking.
• Clean component parts to prepare for paint/coating.
• Prepare paint and primer by mixing on shaker mixer.
• Establish primer and paint to be used by reading work instructions.
• Apply primers and paints usually by spray gun.
• Paint a wide variety of component parts for military and industrial/commercial assemblies.
• Clean and "mask" most parts before painting.
• Determine quantity of paint, ratio of paint mix and viscosity.
• Correctly interpret specification requirements to meet quality acceptance criteria.
• Interface with production and methods engineering to establish fixture requirements and handling of paint application procedures.
• Prepare test panels where required and perform inspections where required for thickness and adhesion characteristics.
• Operate cup viscosity check, Dermitron paint thickness checking device, Grieve oven and a variety of paint spraying and cleaning equipment.
• Log all activity identifying lot identification details of paint mix, pot life, temperature, humidity at time of painting, coat thickness and cure cycles.
• Visually check work for surface imperfections.
• Maintain good housekeeping, including filter changing.
• Maintain inventory of all paints and solvents.
• Unmask painted product and visually inspect surfaces to assure proper application has been achieved.
• Verify paint thickness requirements, adhesion, texture, color, etc. meet requirements.
• Clean and maintain equipment to assure it is ready for next job (paint equipment, blast equipment, etc.).

How We Care for You

Financial Rewards

• Great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.

Work/Life Balance

• Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.

Health & Welfare

• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.

Professional Skills Development

• Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs.

Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace

• Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team‑building activities.

Salary Range Transparency

Torrance, CA $30.00–$35.00 Hourly Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region‑specific benefits.

This position requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information.

Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.