Lead Aircraft Painter

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and on-the-job training to assigned personnel
• Perform paint tasks and monitor quality of work in progress against production schedules
• Submit work to Quality Assurance for final inspection and airworthiness re-certification
• Maintain records and technical data required by the FAA
• Monitor departmental requirements and stores inventories to avoid shortages
• Apply or install logos, symbols, or designs according to blueprint specifications
• Mix, stir, and thin paint or other coatings using appropriate equipment
• Regulate ventilation and exhaust units to cure and dry coatings
• Remove grease, dirt, paint, and corrosion from aircraft surfaces
• Ensure compliance with all Federal, local, environmental, and OSHA/TOSHA regulations

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid Airframe license (FAR 65 Subpart D or Subpart E)
• 5-7 years of recent experience in an aeronautical environment as a Painter
• Advanced knowledge of paint processes and products including lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, and acrylics
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and diagrams
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and operate man-lift equipment
• Ability to wear a respirator and pass a Respiratory Fit Test
• Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts as required

About the Company

Embraer is a global aerospace company dedicated to creating innovative and efficient solutions for the aviation industry.