Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

As an Aircraft Parts Painter, you’ll be responsible for preparing the parts and application of the coatings required of the aircraft parts.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare, clean, sand, treat, mask, and inspect aircraft parts and components for paint application in accordance with engine manuals and work instructions.

• Operate power tools and precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers) to prepare surfaces and assess imperfections.

• Mix, blend, and apply aerospace paints, sealants, and specialty coatings according to manufacturer specifications and required mixing ratios.

• Interpret maintenance manuals, paint specifications, and work instructions to determine surface preparation, masking, drying times, and coating requirements.

• Maintain paint equipment, spray booths, tools, and consumable inventory, ensuring materials remain within shelf life and available for production.

• Accurately document completed work to ensure regulatory compliance and traceability.

• Follow all company policies, safety and environmental procedures, support production goals through overtime as needed, and perform additional duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications   

• Minimum of 1 year of Paint Booth experience in Automotive and/or Aviation industries

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to sit or stand for at least 50 of shift

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of all types of paints and thinners. 

• Qualified to prepare parts for proper application of paint, as per set standards.

• Able to minimize rework through proficiency in paint preparation and application.

• Previous experience working in aerospace, manufacturing or maintenance environments.

• Flexible with shift work or overtime.

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare

• 401(k) with 100 company match; up to 5 vested

• Paid Time Off starting on day one

• Bonus opportunities

• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short- & Long-Term Disability

• Life & AD&D Insurance

• Learning & Training opportunities

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