Aircraft Painter

Job overview

The Aircraft Painter role is onsite in Los Angeles, CA, as part of an aviation maintenance team. Compensation is not specified. The work helps ensure aircraft surfaces have protective coatings and meet aesthetic and regulatory standards. The painter prepares aircraft surfaces, applies coatings and custom markings, inspects finishes, and performs touch-ups and repairs. The role also maintains painting equipment, documents work, follows chemical and workplace safety requirements, and coordinates with maintenance colleagues to prepare aircraft for delivery.

What you'll do

• Clean, mask, and sand aircraft surfaces
• apply primers, base coats, and topcoats using spray equipment
• follow drawings and specifications for designs and lettering
• inspect finish quality and repair or touch up paintwork
• maintain tools and equipment
• document work and materials
• follow safety and environmental requirements
• coordinate with maintenance team members.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

aircraft painter

los angeles ca

tsmg

aircraft surface preparation

spray painting

aircraft finishing

paint inspection

touch-up and repair

technical drawings

hazardous materials safety

maintenance team

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Work may involve confined spaces or heights; aircraft painting certification is preferred but not mandatory depending on experience.

About the employer

TSMG is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Support Activities for Air Transportation. Sector: 48.