Paint Technician A

About the role

The Paint Technician A is responsible for preparing aircraft components and airframe surfaces for painting and executing the paint application in accordance with Airbus manufacturing procedures and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare components and airframe surfaces for painting, including repairs, sanding, taping and surface preparation.
• Perform initial inspections to identify defects before painting.
• Execute stripe layout and masking according to customer drawings.
• Apply paint using hand tools, power equipment and measuring devices, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, customer requirements and company specifications.
• Refinish repaired components to meet factory and customer standards.
• Follow OSHA, safety and environmental regulations and maintain a clean work environment.
• Support and train other employees on technical painting procedures.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; trade school education preferred.
• Minimum four years of experience in painting and paint preparation on metal and composite/fiberglass aircraft components.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and Bills of Material in English.

Required skills

• Strong paint preparation and application skills.
• Proficiency with standard and specialized hand tools, power equipment and measuring devices.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and safety standards.
• Ability to perform surface preparation, masking and stripe layout.