Put the Finishing Touch on the Future of Aerospace
Join PDS Tech Commercial as an Aircraft Painter Supporting an Industry-Leading Aerospace Team
Title: Aircraft Painter - Technician A (Contract)
Location: Columbus, MS
Hourly Rate of Pay Range: $28 per hour
Duration of assignment: Open Ended
PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Aircraft Painter to support a premier aerospace industry leader. If you take pride in precision craftsmanship, surface preparation expertise, and delivering flawless finishes on advanced aircraft components, this is your opportunity to build a rewarding career in aerospace manufacturing.
In this role, you’ll help ensure aircraft meet the highest standards of appearance, durability, corrosion protection, and customer satisfaction. Your work will directly contribute to the final presentation and long-term performance of world-class aerospace products.
What You’ll Do
As an Aircraft Painter, you’ll be responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing aircraft surfaces with accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced aerospace production environment.
Surface Preparation & Paint Application
Prepare aircraft surfaces for paint by sanding, masking, filling, washing, and removing dents or imperfections
Apply corrosion preventative treatments, primers, and specialized finish coatings to metal and composite/fiberglass components
Ensure all coatings are applied in accordance with technical data, blueprints, and Bills of Material (BOM)
Perform touch-up work, stripe line cleaning, and overspray removal to prepare aircraft for customer acceptance
Inspect completed work to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with aerospace standards
Production & Safety Responsibilities
Utilize aviation-related tools and equipment safely and effectively
Follow all workplace safety procedures and PPE requirements
Maintain clean and organized workspaces within production areas
Collaborate with production teams and quality personnel to meet schedule and customer delivery expectations
Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical instructions accurately
What You Bring
We’re seeking experienced aerospace painting professionals who are committed to quality workmanship and operational excellence.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of four (4) years of painting and paint preparation experience on metal and composite/fiberglass components
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and Bills of Material (BOM)
Familiarity with common aviation tooling and aerospace paint application techniques
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality finishes
Ability to work safely and efficiently in a production environment
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred Qualifications
Previous aerospace or aviation manufacturing experience
Experience with specialized aircraft coatings and corrosion prevention systems
Familiarity with aerospace quality standards and finishing processes
Experience working in fast-paced production or maintenance environments
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Apply Today
If you’re ready to bring your painting expertise, precision craftsmanship, and passion for aerospace excellence to a world-class production environment, we encourage you to apply today.
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
Pay Details: $28.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter 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 where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or 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
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
