Aircraft Painter

North Charleston, SC, United States (On-site)

Contract (6 months)

Published 2 days ago

Status:
On hold

Field:
Paint application – Automotive, Aerospace

Job Summary:

We are seeking an Experienced Aircraft Painter on the 787 Program in North Charleston, South Carolina. The assignment lasts 3‑4 weeks for site foundational work.

• Perform painting of aircraft sections per customer design and unique livery requirements.
• Verify aircraft ready for exterior finish.
• Create necessary patterns, perform layout and apply prescribed primers, paints and finishes to exterior of aircraft.
• Prepare exterior surface of aircraft for painting.
• Apply aircraft finishes and external markings to aircraft sections.
• Work 100% on site.
• Work at heights utilizing fall protection equipment (Fall Protection Certification required).
• Support all shifts; shifts assigned to meet business needs.
• Attend and pass required training classes; failure may lead to assignment termination.

• Adhesive Materials/Processes – Knowledge of epoxy, urethane, polyimide, reinforcements, etc.
• Color Match – Knowledge of color space, color analysis, paint formulation and techniques.
• Engineering Drawings & Specs – Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings.
• General Shop Processes – Knowledge of shop processes including FOD prevention, material handling, safety, calibration, ESD.
• Materials & Processing – Knowledge of metal, polymer, composite, sealant, and ceramic processing.
• Organic Chemical Processing – Knowledge of top‑coating, priming, surface cleaning.
• Polymers & Composite Materials – Knowledge of carbon, fiberglass, aramid, adhesives, thermoset/thermoplastic resins.

• Lift