Senior Aircraft Painter IV – Precision Finishes & Leadership

Gulfstream Aerospace; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plan

Employee assistance plan

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace in St. Louis is seeking an Aircraft Painter IV to prepare, paint, and detail aircraft per schedule and company standards. You may act for the Lead in their absence and guide other painters to ensure quality.

The role requires hands-on painting experience in the aircraft industry, ability to maneuver on lifts, and strict adherence to safety and regulatory procedures. Sunset shifts possible as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4 years related paint processes.
• Aircraft industry experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Advanced knowledge of paint processes and products (lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, acrylics).

Responsibilities

• Safely perform aircraft preparation, painting, and detailing under minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure FAA paperwork and quality specs are met.
• Assist supervision with assigning work and mentoring team members.
• Follow SOPs when using tools and equipment; maintain shop equipment.
• Comply with safety rules and address unsafe conditions.
• Use the material tracking system to create parts demand and sign-off work.
• Assist with aircraft movement in hangars.

Skills

Scissor lift safety

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Airframe paint knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

4 years related paint processes

Tools

Dual action sanders

Paint sprayers

Hydraulic lift platforms

Job description

Gulfstream Aerospace in St. Louis is seeking an Aircraft Painter IV to prepare, paint, and detail aircraft per schedule and company standards. You may act for the Lead in their absence and guide other painters to ensure quality.

The role requires hands-on painting experience in the aircraft industry, ability to maneuver on lifts, and strict adherence to safety and regulatory procedures. Sunset shifts possible as needed.