Aircraft Painter

  • PDS Tech
  • Wichita, Kansas
  • Full Time
Added 2 days ago

Aircraft Painter

Location

Wichita, Kansas

Job type

ContractTemporary

Salary

$46.39Hour

Category

AviationAerospace - General Labor Paint

Bring Precision to Flight Now Hiring Aircraft Painters in Wichita!

Location: Wichita, KS | Pay: $46.39hr | Contract: 4 Months | Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8AM-5PM

PDS Tech Commercial is urgently seeking skilled Aircraft Painters to support one of the most respected aerospace operations in Wichita, KS. If you have an eye for detail, a steady hand, and the ability to deliver flawless finishes onplex aircraft surfaces, this is your opportunity to shine.

About the Role:

As an Aircraft Painter, you'll play a critical part in ensuring that aircraftponents meet high standards of appearance, durability, andpliance. Your work will directly contribute to the readiness, safety, and integrity of aerospace platforms used inmercial and defense aviation.

What You'll Be Doing:

aerospace primers, topcoats, and finish coatings on simple toplex product configurations

Mix paints to precise specifications using manual or powered tools

Perform masking, sanding, racking, and surface prep (including alodine, solvents, and abrasives)

Read and follow engineering blues, planning documents, and specs

Use precision tools to inspect and verify paint applications meet standards

Operate and maintain paint sprayers, mixing equipment, and hand tools

Conduct routine rework, touch-up, and incorporation of engineering changes

Document work andply with air quality and safety regulations

Wear appropriate PPE, including respirators, Tyvek suits, and protective eyewear

Required Qualifications:

Prior experience with aircraft painting or industrial spray application

Ability to distinguish subtle color variations and coatings with high precision

Comfortable reading engineering drawings and following written instructions

Steady hands and strong manual dexterity for precise application work

Must pass background checks and be available to start immediately

Required Training (to bepleted and passed):

Respiratory Protection (Air Supplied Painter Hood, Full-Face & Half-Face)

Hexavalent Chromium Medical Surveillance

Hexavalent Chrome Regulated Area Safety

Preferred Skills:

Experience ing final topcoat finishes andplex multi-layer paint systems

Familiarity with DYNOL and MA25 application standards

Understanding of BAC, OSHA, and customer-specific paint protocols

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?

At PDS Tech Commercial, you're more than a contractoryou're a craftsman contributing to something greater. We match top-tier talent with high-profile aerospace projects w your expertise is valued and your work makes a difference.

We Offer:

Competitivepensation at $46.39hour

Immediate start upon background clearance

Opportunities to support next-generation aircraft

A collaborative, safety-first environment that values skill and precision

Ready to Elevate Your Career? Now.

This is an urgent hireif you have the experience and are ready to roll up your sleeves, today and help shape the future of aerospace with PDS Tech Commercial.

Pay Details: $46.39 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program,muter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay w applicable.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws andor security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Job ID: 480393077
Originally Posted on: 6/8/2025

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