LAUNCH Defense is seeking an experience Aircraft Painter.

The aircraft painter will be tasked with properly cleaning, masking, preparing, media blasting and painting aircraft, aircraft parts and articles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and interprets maintenance manuals, or other technical data to determine the feasibility and method to perform the assigned tasks.
• Properly handle, mask, media blast, prepare for paint, and paint all aircraft components and articles including flight control and drive and rotor components that are flight sensitive in nature.
• Proper handling and application of chemicals and chemical agents used in the stripping and painting processes.
• Seal, prepare, mask, paint and re-paint aircraft structure and structural repairs.
• Document all inspection findings and work performed/corrective action in the appropriate maintenance records.
• Maintain work areas and tools in a clean and organized manner, practice proper tool and FOD control.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required; further education or advance instruction relative to technical field is desirable
• Previous aircraft maintenance experience in a FAR Part 145 repair station environment or field maintenance experience
• Requires 3+ years’ painting and surface treatment experience
• Experience in proper application and repair of epoxy primers and polyurethane paint preferred
• Experience in metal chemical conversion processes, chemical and mechanical paint stripping, proper masking techniques and proper paint preparation processes preferred
• Experience in media blast processes preferred
• Training and experience utilizing Lean methods in a production environment
• Ability to locate, read and follow the technical data appropriate for the assigned task
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and hand tools appropriate to the assigned tasks
• Ability to work overtime and/or weekends as assigned dependent on production needs
• Ability to work in a shop environment or work outdoors locally or in remote locations as needed for customer support
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Conduct oneself in accordance with Company’s Core Values
• Must meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) as a U.S. Person

Why Choose LAUNCH?

A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.

LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you!

LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.

If you’re ready to LAUNCH your career, you've found an employer that can take you to new heights.

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