Aviation Interiors Finish Technician

Create Show-Quality Aircraft Interiors at Elliott Aviation

Great finishes don't happen by accident.

At Elliott Aviation, our Aviation Interiors Finish Technicians are skilled craftspeople who transform aircraft interiors through precision finishing, refinishing, staining, painting, and repair techniques. From luxury wood veneers to high-gloss decorative finishes, your work directly impacts the final appearance and quality of some of the world's most impressive business aircraft.

Whether your background is in automotive paint and body, custom vehicle restoration, furniture finishing, cabinet manufacturing, marine refinishing, or aviation interiors, this role offers the opportunity to apply your talents to a unique and rewarding craft.

If you take pride in flawless finishes, meticulous detail work, and producing results that stand out, we'd like to talk with you.

What You'll Do

As an Aviation Interiors Finish Technician, you'll help restore, refurbish, and create premium aircraft interior components by:

• Preparing wood, veneer, plastic, aluminum, and composite substrates for finishing.
• Applying stains, polyurethane, lacquer, enamel, clear coats, and specialty finishes to aircraft interior furnishings.
• Performing sanding, masking, priming, spraying, polishing, buffing, and final detailing operations.
• Producing high-build, high-gloss veneer finishes that meet customer and company quality expectations.
• Repairing damaged interior panels, decorative surfaces, wood grain, veneers, and finish systems.
• Performing touch-up work, color matching, and airbrush repairs as required.
• Following established work instructions, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Working closely with fellow technicians, Crew Chiefs, and Supervisors to deliver exceptional results for our customers.

What You Bring

We're looking for individuals who take pride in craftsmanship and enjoy working with their hands to create high-quality finished products.

Qualified candidates will typically have experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Automotive paint and body repair
• Collision repair and refinishing
• Custom vehicle restoration
• Cabinet finishing
• Furniture manufacturing or refinishing
• Woodworking and millwork
• Marine refinishing
• Aircraft interior finishing
• Industrial painting or coating applications

Additionally, candidates should possess:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• The ability to communicate effectively and work well in a team environment.
• The ability to follow technical instructions, specifications, and established procedures.
• A commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
• The ability to obtain and maintain airport security requirements, including badge access.

Physical Requirements

• Routinely lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift heavier items as required.
• Stand for extended periods while performing detailed finishing work.
• Frequently bend, squat, kneel, crawl, and stoop.
• Work in environments that may include chemicals, coatings, fumes, varying temperatures, confined spaces, and production noise.

Why Elliott Aviation?

Since 1936, Elliott Aviation has been a leader in aircraft solutions, known for quality workmanship, technical expertise, and exceptional customer service. Our employees take pride in working on unique aircraft projects that challenge their skills and showcase their craftsmanship.

When you join Elliott Aviation, you're joining a team that values integrity, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement while providing opportunities to build a long-term career in aviation.

You'll Love It Here!

When you join Elliott Aviation, you're not just taking a job, you're joining a team of skilled craftspeople who take pride in creating exceptional results. We believe great employees deserve great support, which is why we offer competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and opportunities to build a long-term career in aviation.

Benefits and perks include:

• Benefits on Day One
• Bonus opportunities
• Relocation assistance and temporary housing support for qualified candidates
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• FREE generic prescriptions
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) Company Match
• Ongoing technical training and career development
• Opportunities to work on unique, high-end aircraft projects
• A team-focused culture that values quality, respect, accountability, and FUN

Relocation assistance, temporary housing support, sign-on bonuses, and retention incentives may be available for qualified candidates based on experience, skillset, and business needs.

Compensation

The base hourly range for this role is $25.00 to $45.00 per hour. The pay range provided is a good faith estimate representative of experience levels. Specific compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to; minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience and location.

Join a team where passion for aviation meets a culture of excellence and help us shape the future of flight.