About this role
Standard Job Description
Aircraft Painter for Production and Sustainment:
• Read and interpret engineering paint drawings, technical manuals, understanding symbols, flags, and general notes
• Detail surfaces and prepare for paint by cleaning, stripping, abrading or chemically treating
• Perform basic fiberglass repairs using fillers or high build primers
• Wash aircraft surfaces prior to painting
• Mask aircraft surfaces as necessary protecting sensitive components, final wiping prior to paint application, prime and paint
• Use proper painting techniques, mixing ratio’s, correct paint viscosity, identification of improper and/or unacceptable finish application
• LO and Ram Coating application
• Layout and apply required markings to include stripes and two tone surfaces.
• Use various types of hand tools and/or hand-held power tools, grinders, sanders, paint guns, tape measure, etc.
• Provide personal tools required by the Company and be able to work any shift and/or weekend as directed by operational requirements.
Basic Qualifications
Candidate must have 6 months of experience in paint applications using various paint application equipment, with automotive/aircraft experience or training.
Ability to work any shift and/or weekend as directed by operational requirements
Must pass all Physical requirements in obtaining Respiratory certification
Must be able to work on Elevated surfaces or at heights.
Must have a High School education or equivalent (GED)
Desired Skills
Aircraft strip experience
Full paint experience on Low Observable and RAM coatings
Man lift operator experience
Ability to work most paint tasks with minimal supervision
Ability to interpret paint drawings and apply paint in accordance with standard processes
Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining a clean, FOD-free work area
Pay Information
Pay rate for this position is $19.71 - $35.58 per hour.
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.
Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
* Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
* For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.