Aircraft Painter A

Lancesoft

Mesa, AZ

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$20

SKILLS

Aviation Industry, Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, DFT (Design for Test), Documentation, Electronic Measuring Tools, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Compliance, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Film, Hazardous Materials/Substances, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Painting (Arts & Crafts), Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Planning, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Retail Management, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Systems Maintenance, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Drawing, Training/Teaching

LOCATION

Mesa, AZ

POSTED

18 days ago

Job Description: MAX BILL RATE IS *** for this position

Regular and predictable attendance is required
An experienced aircraft painter responsible for independently performing complex painting tasks, applying advanced paint systems and finishes, ensuring adherence to technical drawings and quality standards. Works with minimal supervision and takes lead on troubleshooting, and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities
Apply complex paint systems, including metallic, high-gloss, specialty, and multi-coat finishes to aircraft structures and components.
Prepare and finish surfaces to specification: sanding, masking/taping, priming, multi-stage coatings, and final clear coats.
Operate and maintain advanced spray systems, HVLP/air-assisted equipment, and other specialized application tools safely and effectively.
Perform detailed touch-ups, refinishing and feathering to match surrounding surfaces and restore finish quality.
Accurately match and mix colors and tints;adjust application techniques to meet color, gloss, texture and film-thickness requirements.
Read, interpret, and follow technical drawings, engineering work orders, paint specifications, MSDS, and process documents.
Conduct and document inspections and quality control checks;ensure all work meets FAA/company standards and acceptance criteria.
Identify, diagnose, and resolve most problems encountered in the painting process;propose and implement corrective actions.
Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow environmental and safety procedures for hazardous materials, including proper storage and disposal.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to painting processes, safety, and quality.

Required Skills & Competencies
Proven competence applying complex paint systems and specialty finishes.
Strong ability to match colors and produce consistent finishes.
Proficient with advanced spray equipment, mixing systems, and measuring tools (e.G., wet-film/DFT gauges).
Solid understanding of paint chemistry and how environmental conditions affect application and cure.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and standard operating procedures.
Thorough knowledge of inspection methods, quality acceptance criteria, and documentation requirements.
Good problem-solving skills and the ability to make independent decisions to correct process issues.
Strong coaching and communication skills;able to train and lead less-experienced team members.
Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance (environmental and company policies).

Qualifications & Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required;technical certificate in coatings/painting or related field preferred.
Minimum 4 6 years of aircraft painting experience, with documented experience applying advanced finishes.
Familiarity with aviation painting standards and regulations.
Demonstrated experience in training/mentoring junior painters and performing quality inspections.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment
Able to stand, crouch, climb, and work in confined spaces for extended periods.
Comfortable wearing required personal protective equipment (respirators, gloves, coveralls).
Capable of lifting and handling painting materials and equipment up to company-specified limits.
Work may involve exposure to solvents and airborne particulates;strict PPE and safety practices required.

Reporting & Relationships
Reports to: Paint Shop Supervisor / Team Lead
Interfaces with: Quality Control/Inspection, Engineering, Production Planning, Safety/Environmental teams

Performance Indicators
Consistent adherence to paint specifications and quality standards (rework rate)***
Accurate and timely completion of work orders and documentation.
Compliance with safety, environmental, and procedural requirements.
Successful troubleshooting and reduction of process-related defects.

About the Company

Lancesoft

We are a $125 Million, NMSDC-certified Minority & Woman owned Workforce Solutions Company headquartered in the DC metro area with presence across US with global presence - Canada, Mexico, India, UK, Malaysia, Indonasia, Hongkong, Singapore, UAE. We are specialized in providing Workforce Solutions, SOW project delivery, Engineering Solutions, Creative Services. We currently support 100+ Fortune companies globally and across multiple industry segments. We are currently supporting several massive programs across industry segment nationally/globally (Intel, Ally, AMD, QUALCOMM, Morgan Stanley, Kraft/ Mondelez, MNP, Amdocs, Dell, SanDisk, Medtronic, Becton Dickinson, GE, Lockheed Martin, UTC, L-3 Communications, Caterpillar, BMW, Mercedes Benz, National Grid, Dominion, Energy Future Holdings, PSEG, 3M, Fidelity, Aetna, Humana, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Merck etc).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

COMPANY SIZE

2,000 to 2,499 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2000

WEBSITE

http://www.lancesoft.com/

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