Exterior Finisher Prep/Prime

Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, the world’s first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®) – the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed nine million hours and over 240 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS® as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. The company has three locations in the United States, located in Duluth, Minnesota, Grand Forks, North Dakota and Knoxville, Tennessee. Find out more at www.cirrusaircraft.com.

Cirrus offers a competitive benefits package that includes: health, dental, life, short and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending account, 401K retirement savings plan, voluntary vision, Employee Referral Incentive Program, vacation and holiday pay. Additionally, all employees enjoy a discount at the company store and exclusive discounts from our world-class partners, like Garmin, Bose, AT&T, Microsoft, Fastenal and more.

Job Summary

As a Factory Service Center Aircraft Exterior Finisher, you will work from an assigned Factory Service Center performing aircraft scheduled and unscheduled Exterior Finishing duties as assigned.  All work will be performed and documented in compliance with reference to the appropriate technical data including manuals, standard operating procedures and regulations as required. Working conditions include occasional travel and semi - frequent face to face contact with Owners and Operators.

**The shift for this position is Monday - Thursday; 6:30am - 5:00pm**

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Adhere to Cirrus Aircraft Standard Operating Procedures
• Comply with environmental health / safety policies and procedures
• Maintain the highest levels of professionalism in conduct and appearance while representing Cirrus Aircraft.
• Observe & maintain all requirements & criteria set forth by the Cirrus Part 145 Repair Station Manual.
• Read and understand maintenance manuals and other technical documents and identify repair procedure
  • Review and research aircraft records
  • Evaluate & interpret aircraft data
  • Composite preparation
  • Surface filler preparation and shaping
  • Sanding and buffing
  • Adding vinyl striping
  • Laying and smoothing sealants
  • Primer application
  • Detailing Interior/Exterior of Aircraft
  • Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance

• Assist, support and participate in Factory Service Center indirect activities such as moving aircraft, shop projects, and continuous improvement projects as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manual Dexterity: You will need to use your hands with precision on small items and in small spaces.

Education

High School Diploma or GED required; one to twelve months’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knoxville, Tennessee.  Chosen as the location for our Vision Center Campus, the hub of our customer experience activities, Knoxville is often described as a hidden gem. Surrounded by the Smoky Mountains and home to the rambling Tennessee River, the town offers a plethora of outdoor activities and a vibrant downtown. Very few places feature the opportunity to experience live music, culture, outdoor adventures and acclaimed cuisine in one location. It’s no wonder why Knoxville was recently named as a “Top 10 Destination on the Rise” by Trip Advisor. 

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.