Exterior Finisher Technician (FSC)

Cirrus Aircraft • Alcoa, TN

5d

About The Position

As a Factory Service Center Aircraft Exterior Finisher, you will work from an assigned Factory Service Center performing scheduled and unscheduled aircraft exterior finishing duties. Work must be performed and documented in compliance with appropriate technical data, including manuals, standard operating procedures, and applicable regulations. The role involves occasional travel and semi-frequent face-to-face contact with aircraft owners and operators.

The position includes preparing composite surfaces and fillers, sanding and buffing, applying primer, adding vinyl striping, laying and smoothing sealants, and detailing aircraft interiors and exteriors. The employee also reads and interprets technical documents and aircraft data, researches aircraft records, and supports Factory Service Center activities such as moving aircraft, shop projects, and continuous improvement projects.

Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is required. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required. Duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice.

Requirements

• Minimum high school education or equivalent.
• Complete 100% of Cirrus CBT training.
• Complete 100% of Cirrus University training.
• Complete 90% of incoming, detail, and buffing-related core signoffs.
• Demonstrated preparation and painting aptitude.
• Less than one year of experience sanding and preparing parts for paint and/or less than one year of detailing experience.
• Less than one year of Cirrus model experience.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Ability to obtain an Airport Security Badge.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Cirrus Aircraft Standard Operating Procedures.
• Comply with environmental health and safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional conduct and appearance while representing Cirrus Aircraft.
• Observe and maintain requirements and criteria in the Cirrus Part 145 Repair Station Manual.
• Read and understand maintenance manuals and other technical documents and identify repair procedures.
• Review and research aircraft records.
• Evaluate and interpret aircraft data.
• Prepare composite surfaces.
• Prepare and shape surface filler.
• Sand and buff aircraft surfaces.
• Add vinyl striping.
• Lay and smooth sealants.
• Apply primer.
• Detail aircraft interiors and exteriors.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
• Assist with and participate in Factory Service Center indirect activities, including moving aircraft, shop projects, and continuous improvement projects, as assigned.
• Complete 100% of Cirrus CBT and Cirrus University training.
• Complete 90% of incoming, detail, and buffing-related core signoffs.
• Begin completion of the Core Task List.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Employer-paid group term life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings account offerings, including company contributions to an HSA.
• Calm Health, an Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through the medical provider.
• 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 5% after 90 days and 100% vesting after one year of service.
• PTO plans starting at 100 accrued hours within the first year.
• Paid holidays.
• Two weeks of paid parental leave.
• Paid funeral leave and jury duty time.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Cirrus Store, partner, and marketplace discounts.
• Company and employee clubs at various locations.
• Sign-on bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED