{"id":3492276,"url":"https://alion.io/job/aar-corp-painter-iv","title":"Painter IV","company":{"id":1914653,"name":"AAR Corp","domain":"aarcorp.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/aarcorp","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Oracle","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":89,"open_postings":33,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.424,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":52,"computed_at":"2026-11-07T05:47:08Z"}},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":null,"employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Wellington, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":38000,"max_usd":85000,"period":"year","method":"role_country_seniority_unknown","sample_n":19516},"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-30T00:08:07Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-30","last_verified_at":"2026-11-07T19:02:54Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":8,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":8},"description":"Position Summary\nThe Painter is responsible for preparing, masking, painting, coating, and finishing aircraft components and related parts in accordance with applicable work instructions, specifications, quality requirements, and safety standards.\nThe ideal candidate will have previous experience painting in an aviation or aerospace environment and possess working knowledge of surface preparation, masking techniques, paint mixing and application, spray equipment, and quality expectations. Candidates with relevant industrial, manufacturing, automotive, or similar professional painting experience may also be considered.\n\nPosition Summary\nThe Painter is responsible for preparing, masking, painting, coating, and finishing aircraft components and related parts in accordance with applicable work instructions, specifications, quality requirements, and safety standards.\nThe ideal candidate will have previous experience painting in an aviation or aerospace environment and possess working knowledge of surface preparation, masking techniques, paint mixing and application, spray equipment, and quality expectations. Candidates with relevant industrial, manufacturing, automotive, or similar professional painting experience may also be considered.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nPrepare aircraft components and parts for painting or coating, including cleaning, sanding, scuffing, stripping, and other required surface preparation.\nMask components and designated areas according to applicable drawings, work instructions, and specifications.\nMix and prepare primers, paints, coatings, and other materials according to manufacturer and process requirements.\nApply primers, topcoats, specialty coatings, and other finishes using appropriate spray equipment and application techniques.\nInspect surfaces before, during, and after application to identify defects and ensure acceptable finish quality.\nPerform touch-ups and correct paint or coating imperfections as necessary.\nRead and follow work instructions, technical data, specifications, and applicable drawings.\nProperly operate, clean, and maintain spray guns, paint equipment, and associated tools.\nMaintain accurate production and process documentation as required.\nProperly handle, label, store, and dispose of paints, solvents, coatings, and other materials in accordance with established environmental and safety procedures.\nFollow all PPE requirements and established safety practices when working with paints, chemicals, solvents, and related materials.\nMaintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.\nCoordinate with Quality, Production, and other departments to ensure work meets applicable requirements.\nIdentify and communicate quality concerns, equipment issues, or process discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor or lead.\nSupport established production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nRequired Qualifications\nHigh school diploma or GED preferred.\nPrevious professional painting, coating, finishing, or related experience preferred.\nAbility to use spray equipment and common painting and finishing tools.\nAbility to understand and follow written work instructions, specifications, and safety requirements.\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to producing a high-quality finish.\nAbility to work independently as well as part of a team.\nAbility to effectively communicate with supervisors, coworkers, Quality personnel, and other departments.\nAbility and willingness to work with paints, primers, solvents, chemicals, and other coating materials while utilizing required PPE.\nPreferred Qualifications\nPrevious aviation or aerospace painting experience strongly preferred.\nExperience painting aircraft, aircraft components, or aerospace parts.\nExperience with HVLP or other professional spray equipment.\nExperience with primers, polyurethane coatings, specialty coatings, and aviation/aerospace finishing processes.\nKnowledge of proper masking, surface preparation, paint mixing, application, and curing techniques.\nExperience working from technical documentation, drawings, process specifications, and work instructions.\nExperience working within a regulated manufacturing, aviation, or repair environment.\nFamiliarity with quality requirements and documentation associated with aerospace manufacturing or repair operations.\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities\nSuccessful candidates should demonstrate:\nExcellent attention to detail and finish quality.\nKnowledge of surface preparation and coating application techniques.\nAbility to identify common paint defects and perform appropriate corrective work.\nAbility to maintain consistency in color, coverage, texture, and overall appearance.\nGood hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.\nAbility to appropriately use and care for painting equipment and tools.\nStrong safety awareness, particularly when handling chemicals and combustible or hazardous materials.\nAbility to manage multiple assigned tasks while maintaining quality and productivity expectations.\nReliability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.\nPhysical Requirements\nThe employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, which may include:\nStanding and walking for extended periods.\nFrequently bending, reaching, stooping, crouching, and working in various positions.\nUsing hands and arms repetitively when sanding, masking, preparing, and applying coatings.\nWearing required personal protective equipment, which may include respiratory protection when applicable.\nWorking in designated paint and production environments.\nLifting and/or moving materials, parts, tools, and equipment consistent with the requirements of the position.\nWork Environment\nThis position is primarily performed in an aviation/manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to paint fumes, solvents, chemicals, dust, noise, and other conditions associated with industrial painting and finishing operations. Appropriate PPE and compliance with established safety procedures are required.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nPrepare aircraft components and parts for painting or coating, including cleaning, sanding, scuffing, stripping, and other required surface preparation.\nMask components and designated areas according to applicable drawings, work instructions, and specifications.\nMix and prepare primers, paints, coatings, and other materials according to manufacturer and process requirements.\nApply primers, topcoats, specialty coatings, and other finishes using appropriate spray equipment and application techniques.\nInspect surfaces before, during, and after application to identify defects and ensure acceptable finish quality.\nPerform touch-ups and correct paint or coating imperfections as necessary.\nRead and follow work instructions, technical data, specifications, and applicable drawings.\nProperly operate, clean, and maintain spray guns, paint equipment, and associated tools.\nMaintain accurate production and process documentation as required.\nProperly handle, label, store, and dispose of paints, solvents, coatings, and other materials in accordance with established environmental and safety procedures.\nFollow all PPE requirements and established safety practices when working with paints, chemicals, solvents, and related materials.\nMaintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.\nCoordinate with Quality, Production, and other departments to ensure work meets applicable requirements.\nIdentify and communicate quality concerns, equipment issues, or process discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor or lead.\nSupport established production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nRequired Qualifications\nHigh school diploma or GED preferred.\nPrevious professional painting, coating, finishing, or related experience preferred.\nAbility to use spray equipment and common painting and finishing tools.\nAbility to understand and follow written work instructions, specifications, and safety requirements.\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to producing a high-quality finish.\nAbility to work independently as well as part of a team.\nAbility to effectively communicate with supervisors, coworkers, Quality personnel, and other departments.\nAbility and willingness to work with paints, primers, solvents, chemicals, and other coating materials while utilizing required PPE.\nPreferred Qualifications\n Previous aviation or aerospace painting experience strongly preferred.\nExperience painting aircraft, aircraft components, or aerospace parts.\nExperience with HVLP or other professional spray equipment.\nExperience with primers, polyurethane coatings, specialty coatings, and aviation/aerospace finishing processes.\nKnowledge of proper masking, surface preparation, paint mixing, application, and curing techniques.\nExperience working from technical documentation, drawings, process specifications, and work instructions.\nExperience working within a regulated manufacturing, aviation, or repair environment.\nFamiliarity with quality requirements and documentation associated with aerospace manufacturing or repair operations.\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities\nSuccessful candidates should demonstrate:\nExcellent attention to detail and finish quality.\nKnowledge of surface preparation and coating application techniques.\nAbility to identify common paint defects and perform appropriate corrective work.\nAbility to maintain consistency in color, coverage, texture, and overall appearance.\nGood hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.\nAbility to appropriately use and care for painting equipment and tools.\nStrong safety awareness, particularly when handling chemicals and combustible or hazardous materials.\nAbility to manage multiple assigned tasks while maintaining quality and productivity expectations.\nReliability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.\nPhysical Requirements\nThe employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, which may include:\nStanding and walking for extended periods.\nFrequently bending, reaching, stooping, crouching, and working in various positions.\nUsing hands and arms repetitively when sanding, masking, preparing, and applying coatings.\nWearing required personal protective equipment, which may include respiratory protection when applicable.\nWorking in designated paint and production environments.\nLifting and/or moving materials, parts, tools, and equipment consistent with the requirements of the position.\nWork Environment\nThis position is primarily performed in an aviation/manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to paint fumes, solvents, chemicals, dust, noise, and other conditions associated with industrial painting and finishing operations. 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