Must be willing to travel/temporarily relocate to Wichita, KS.

What we offer:

• Paid Travel and lodging assistance available.

• Long and Short-Term Contracts.

• Immediate placement.

• PTO.

• Paid Holidays.

• Health Benefit.

Job Summary:
Responsible for the spray application of multiple aerospace coatings on a variety of substrates, ranging from simple to complex configurations. This role includes preparation, application, inspection, and maintenance tasks to ensure high-quality finishes that meet engineering and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply primers, topcoats, clear coats, and specialty finishes to composite and metallic surfaces per engineering specifications

• Perform surface preparation including masking, sanding, scuffing, cleaning, and racking

• Mix paints to match required color specifications using manual or powered equipment

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings

• Set up and operate spray equipment; perform routine maintenance on paint tools and systems

• Inspect work using precision measuring tools (e.g., isoscopes, scales) to ensure quality standards

• Perform rework, touch-ups, and product modifications as required

• Move materials within the shop and support workflow between operations

• Maintain daily logs (including air quality checks) prior to paint operations

• Dispose of waste materials, including hazardous waste, in accordance with regulations

• Follow all safety procedures including use of PPE (respirators, suits, gloves, eyewear, etc.)

• Ensure compliance with BAC, OSHA, and customer specifications

• Support team members and assist with training lower-level employees

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of aircraft painting experience

• Experience with spray applications, primer coats, and final finishes

• Ability to apply stenciling, gloss finishes, and specialty coatings

• Strong knowledge of surface preparation and paint mixing processes

• Ability to read and interpret engineering documents

• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity

• Ability to pass respirator certification and painter skill testing