Painter

Job Title: Aircraft Painter

Job Description

Prepare aircraft and component parts by performing surface preparation tasks prior to the application of primer, sealant, and erosion tape. Apply primer and topcoat, layout aircraft to customer specifications, and inspect, perform touch-up, and polish painted surfaces for a finished appearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform surface preparation tasks on aircraft and component parts.
• Apply primer and topcoat to aircraft and components.
• Layout aircraft according to customer specifications.
• Inspect, perform touch-up, and polish painted surfaces for a finished appearance.
• Document work performed in accordance with appropriate manuals.

Essential Skills

• 5 years of aircraft painting experience in a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) environment.
• Proficiency in painting, detailing, and blending techniques.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Customer service and aviation work experience.
• Basic PC skills.
• Basic knowledge of pulling maintenance manuals and IPCs from computers.
• Understanding of regulations related to the transportation of hazardous materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms regarding individual and aircraft status.
• Ability to interpret and work with mechanical engineering drawings.

Why Work Here?

Join an organization that values flexibility and provides an opportunity to work in a temperature-controlled facility. Gain experience in the aviation industry while working on unique and challenging projects.

Work Environment

Work in a temperature-controlled facility located on the south side of Tucson International Airport. Flexibility in scheduling is required.

This is a Contract position based out of Tucson, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $42.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Tucson,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 22, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.