Painter - EG

Job

Your future starts here! Kick off 2026 with a career that makes a difference at Leonardo DRS in West Plains, MO. We're growing and actively hiring for multiple openings across a variety of roles. If you're motivated, ready to learn, and eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you. Explore our open positions and apply today:

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 4 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.


Job Summary



Job Responsibilities

• Perform various duties pertaining to cleaning and painting of all manufactured products requiring the highest skill level
• Paint all products with greatest skill level and highest degree of proficiency applying all techniques and using all types of equipment available within the plant. Possess skills required to be proficient in paint camouflaging process
• Possess experience and knowledge necessary to select proper process, equipment, and materials to apply best possible paint application to products,
• Possess experience and knowledge necessary to determine what needs to be done to prior applications to apply quality touch up or to totally repaint product
• Possess experience and knowledge necessary to select proper paints and chemicals and mix same effectively. This determination may come from assessment of surfaces of product or by reading and interpreting manufacturing processes, blueprints and other work instructions
• Responsible for any type of equipment maintenance needed, clean-up of equipment, maintain paint booth and booth area
• Communicate as a mentor with lesser skilled painters to develop their own skills
• Possess the proper knowledge to complete all required reports and paperwork
• Know all safety requirements including proper plant ventilation standards (respirator usage, no smoking, use of safety glasses, etc.)
• Properly log in and out on assigned jobs and complete appropriate paperwork

Job Responsibilities Part II



Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Qualifications with preferred 3+ years' experience in coatings

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement.

And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

* Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.