Aviation Painter

Join a specialized aviation maintenance and repair team as an experienced Aviation Painter supporting component-level overhaul and repair operations. In this role, you prepare, prime, and topcoat a wide variety of aircraft components, including flight control surfaces, housings, panels, and precision assemblies, within a controlled paint-booth environment. This is a higher-level painter position that requires strong technical skills, consistent attention to detail, and the ability to meet stringent aviation quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft components such as flight control surfaces, avionics housings, panels, and precision assemblies for painting, including cleaning, masking, sanding, and surface preparation.
• Apply primer and topcoat finishes to aircraft components using spray guns and other industrial painting tools in a controlled paint-booth environment.
• Work to aviation quality standards, ensuring all painted components meet tight tolerances and precise finish requirements.
• Follow established procedures and work instructions consistent with a Part 145 repair station or MRO environment.
• Handle and mix paints, primers, and related chemicals in accordance with safety guidelines and manufacturer specifications.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhere to all chemical handling and safety protocols.
• Inspect painted components for defects, perform touch-ups as needed, and ensure high-quality, uniform finishes.
• Collaborate with aircraft maintenance and repair teams to support component overhaul and modification activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including paint booths, equipment, and tools.
• Document work performed in accordance with shop practices and aviation maintenance requirements.

• Proven experience as an aviation painter or industrial painter working on aircraft components.
• Hands-on experience using spray guns and related industrial painting equipment.
• Experience working in a Part 145 repair station or MRO environment.
• Familiarity with painting flight control components, avionics housings, and precision assemblies.
• Knowledge of chemical handling, including proper storage, mixing, and disposal procedures.
• Strong understanding and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols in a paint-booth or industrial environment.
• Ability to work to tight tolerances and meet aviation quality standards with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce consistent, high-quality finishes.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an aircraft maintenance and repair team.

• Background in aircraft maintenance, aircraft repair, or aircraft modification environments.
• Experience with aircraft sheet metal or working around sheet metal components.
• Familiarity with industrial painting processes in an aerospace or similar high-specification industry.
• Exposure to A&P maintenance environments or collaboration with A&P technicians.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, technical guidelines, and shop procedures.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Join a highly specialized aviation operation where quality, safety, and craftsmanship are top priorities. You will work with a dedicated team that values technical expertise, precision, and pride in workmanship, while offering the opportunity to develop and refine advanced painting skills in a regulated aerospace environment. The organization promotes a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement, giving you the chance to contribute directly to the reliability and performance of critical aircraft components.

Work Environment

This role is based in a component-level overhaul and repair facility in Denton, TX, operating within a Part 145 repair station or MRO environment. You work primarily in a controlled paint-booth setting using spray guns, industrial painting equipment, and aviation-grade coatings. The environment emphasizes strict adherence to safety protocols, including the use of appropriate PPE and proper chemical handling procedures. You collaborate closely with aircraft maintenance and repair personnel in an industrial shop setting that focuses on precision, cleanliness, and compliance with aviation standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denton, TX.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 Denton,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026.

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.