What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aircraft Painter position at StandardAero?
At StandardAero, we’re dedicated to solving the aviation industry's most complex challenges with ingenuity and expertise. Our Augusta, GA MRO facility is not just a place to work; it’s a hub of innovation and growth. We support an extensive range of aircraft models, including renowned brands such as Falcon, Hawker, Challenger, Learjet, Gulfstream, and Embraer. With a significant $33 million expansion underway, we’re doubling our footprint in the coming year. Our facility specializes in Business Aviation, focusing on 22 models of aircraft on the Airframe side while our Engine Shop performs comprehensive overhauls on Honeywell HTF7000 and TFE731 engines, APUs, and performs diagnostics in our state-of-the-art Test Cells
As an Aircraft Painter at StandardAero, you will be responsible for preparing and applying paint to both the interior and exterior surfaces of aircraft, ensuring a high-quality finish that meets or exceeds customer expectations. You will work closely with specifications, color sketches, and instructions to plan and execute the paint process efficiently. This role requires proficiency in paint preparation, application, and equipment maintenance, with a strong emphasis on safety and adherence to company policies.
What You Will Do:
- Apply aerodynamic sealer and mask aircraft using tapes and paper products to protect sensitive areas such as windows, seals, struts, and cables in preparation for painting.
- Mix, blend, and thin paint products according to manufacturer’s maintenance manual specifications.
- Apply various types of paint, including urethanes, acrylic urethanes, enamels, lacquers, and epoxy paints, to both interior and exterior aircraft surfaces.
- Interpret specifications, color sketches, and instructions to plan the painting operation, including mixing ratios, surface preparation, papering and masking, drying times, and number of coats.
- Maintain painting supplies and equipment, such as spray guns, air hoses, pumps, paper, and tape.
- Document all work accomplished in a clear, concise, and accurate manner.
- Follow, promote, and continuously improve company policies and procedures.
- Work overtime and travel to customer locations or other StandardAero facilities as required.
- Observe all safety, environmental, and general housekeeping rules and policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the department.
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of Paint Booth experience in Automotive and/or Aviation industries.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, walk, bend, stretch, and climb ladders.
- Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Qualification:
- Minimum 3 years of aircraft painting experience.
- Experience in Corporate or Business Aviation.
- Experienced with silk-print paint applications.
- Extensive knowledge of various types of paints, thinners, and applications.
- OSHA / HAZMAT training or certifications
Benefits that make life better:
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401(k) with a 5% company match, immediately vested.
- Paid Time Off starting on day one!
- Quarterly Bonus opportunities
- Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Extensive career development and cross-training opportunities
Inclusivity Is Our Standard
It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.
