Aircraft Painter III - Madison, MS

V2X Inc•Madison, MS

About The Position

Paints aircraft interior, exterior, and piece parts. Prepares for painting by masking, stripping, and washing aircraft sections and components. Blends and mixes paints, inks, and coatings to proper spraying consistency. Performs detail and touch-ups. Sets up and coordinates processes for painting production parts. Essential Functions: The incumbent is responsible for cleaning, sanding, and painting of aircraft components. Additional essential functions may be identified by the organization and listed as such in the incumbent's performance appraisal elements. Various tasks may be assigned under each essential function. Those that are listed under the examples of work are not all-inclusive; they are examples only and may be amended or added to as needed by the organization.

Requirements

Graduation from a standard four (4) year high school or equivalent (GED); AND 2 years of related work experience directly related to aircraft maintenance or component maintenance.
Painting experience in the automotive industry will be considered.
Knowledge of the following: Databases sufficient to perform the job, duties, and tasks associated with the position; Aircraft sheet metal repair and component repair; Instrument, electronic and electrical test equipment; Military or commercial aviation maintenance and its terminology; and U.S. government regulations for federal contractors and FAA maintenance programs
Must be able to pass a pre-employment and annual pulmonary function test (PFT) for the use of supplied air respirator.
Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position).
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position).
Must be able to work weekends, other shifts, and overtime as required.
The essential physical requirements of the position will be reviewed with the applicant during the interview.
Some travel will be required.
Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instructions.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data.

Nice To Haves

A & P Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares and paints aircraft components
Removes paint using abrasive blasting equipment
Cleans and degreases parts using specified cleaning solutions
Sands component parts as needed to prepare for painting
Paints component parts using industrial painting tools, materials, and equipment
Routes components to the next stage in the overhaul cycle
Exhibits positive courteous behavior with coworkers
Assists coworkers and those in other departments to successfully perform job tasks and functions when necessary
Follows all safety procedures and practices as established by the Company and regulatory bodies
Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards.
Other projects and initiatives as assigned.