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Standard Aero

Aviation MRO for engines and airframes

Aircraft Painter 2

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSpringfield, IL, USA$26.41 - $39.62

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • At least 3 years of paint booth experience in the automotive and/or aviation industries is required.
  • The ability to lift up to 25 pounds and to walk, bend, stretch, and climb ladders is required.
  • Authorization to work in the United States is required.
  • The ability to manipulate equipment of all sizes, tools, computer keyboards, and telephones is required.
  • The ability to see to disassemble and visually inspect is required.
  • Excellent hand-to-eye coordination is required.

Responsibilities

  • Apply aerodynamic sealer and mask the aircraft using tapes and paper products to protect windows, seals, struts, cables, and other areas in preparation for painting.
  • Mix, blend, and thin paint products according to the manufacturers’ maintenance manual specifications.
  • Apply paint to interior and exterior aircraft surfaces, including urethanes, acrylic urethanes, enamels, lacquers, and epoxy paints.
  • Interpret specifications, color sketches, and instructions; plan the sequence and timing of painting operations, including mixing ratios, surface preparation, papering and masking, drying time, and number of coats.
  • Maintain painting supplies and equipment, including spray guns, air hoses, pumps, paper, and tape.
  • Document all work accomplished clearly, concisely, and accurately.
  • Know, understand, follow, promote, and continuously improve company policies and procedures.
  • Observe safety, environmental, and general housekeeping rules and policies.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of all types of paints and thinners.
  • At least 3 years of aircraft painting experience.
  • Experience in corporate or business aviation.
  • Experience with silk-print paint applications.
  • Extensive knowledge of various types of paints, thinners, and applications.
  • OSHA or HAZMAT training or certifications.
  • Ability to work overtime and travel to customer locations or other company facilities as required.

About the Company

Standard Aero

Aviation MRO for engines and airframes

StandardAero provides maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for aircraft and rotorcraft engines, auxiliary power units, components, and airframes. It operates under OEM-authorized and FAA-approved procedures across a global network of 50+ facilities, performing repairs, overhauls, upgrades, major alterations, avionics work, and customized interior and exterior finishes, supported by engineering services. The company differentiates itself through its long history dating back to 1911, its extensive global footprint, and its breadth of offerings across engines, airframes, avionics, and engineering all under OEM programs. Its goal is to minimize downtime, extend asset life, and maintain high aircraft readiness for commercial, business, military, and industrial power customers.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Scottsdale, AZ
Founded
1911

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