Paint Booth Operator (Automotive / Aviation)

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of
 

Your work ties us all together, helping our teams function and operate. Experience opportunities to learn and be a part of an organization that has your back. And with competitive compensation and total rewards, you’ll also enjoy our great perks.

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.

Required Skills:

• Experience working with, mixing, and applying various types of paints and thinners.
• Previous experience working in a paint booth or automotive paint and body shop.
• Must be authorized to work in the US.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, walk, bend, stretch, and climb ladders to reach all areas of the aircraft.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Skills:.

• One year of related experience in aviation.
• Silk-screen paint application experience.

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

About Us

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

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.