Paint Prep/Painter

Paint Prep/Painter

Position Overview

At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Paint Prep/Painter to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate methods to paint detail parts using spray gun.
• Use close tolerance measuring tools i.e., scales, micrometers, calipers, depth gages and like tools.
• Handle, mix and apply various epoxy resin materials and systems.
• Use and maintain customer supplied tooling for executing precision work.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Follow engineering planning, and accurately fill out and complete work orders.
• Follow all regulatory requirements relative to use of paint on the shop floor.
• Use hand/power tools in a safe and efficient manner to shape and form simple and complex components.
• Complete self-verification procedure on work orders and other required documents.
• Support company Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Prevention Program.
• Provide back up support for assembly work to meet production targets.
• Successfully complete training as required to maintain efficiency on the job.
• Comply with good housekeeping, quality, FOD, and safety procedures.
• Support other Aurora Flight Sciences sites as required.
• Perform other tasks as required by site leadership.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma (GED) and one (1) or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., vocational school/associate degree).
• Knowledge of and ability to paint and operate spray painting equipment and use acceptable spray painting, techniques (i.e. automotive body shop, aerospace).
• One year of painting or spray-painting experience.
• Willing to work second shift.
• Knowledge of computers and equipment which utilizes computer software technology.
• Must be a US Person.

Preferred Requirements

• Vocational and/or technical schooling related to painting in the aviation/aerospace industry.
• Experienced in FAA manufacture and associated paperwork.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, which utilize ASME, Y 14.5 M.
• Experience working with specification-driven procedures for the aviation/aerospace industry.
• Aerospace Coating Specialist Certification is a plus; FAA Licensed A&P - a plus.
• Ability to measure paint products through a viscosity gage and mill thickness procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear proper PPE.
• Ability to transport objects up to 35 pounds as well as consistently stoop, crawl, bend, crouch, climb and kneel.
• Must work second shift.
• Must be able to work extended hours if required.
• Work onsite in Columbus, MS.

Salary Range (Annualized USD)

• Minimum Range: $36,000.00 to $64,000.00
• Maximum Range: $42,000.00 to $75,000.00