Aircraft Painter

• Performs surface preparation, treatment and painting of components, all aircraft surface areas, aircraft panels, support equipment, or other items as required.
• Demonstrated ability to precisely apply paint, lacquer, epoxy, resin, or other material using brushes, rollers, spray guns, and other devices.
• Masks and covers portions of surfaces not to be painted. Working knowledge of surface preparation and painting techniques.
• Must be knowledgeable of military publications and diagrams.
• Ability to precisely apply vinyl graphics to multiple aircraft surfaces. Must be qualified in application of FMS-2026 Form 2, Type 1 F-16 Have Glass surface refinishing

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) years’ proven experience as a paint technician to include painting, maintenance, and finish work.
• Education requirement: High School diploma or GED
• Proven experience with FMS-2026 F-16 Have Glass paint application procedures. Working knowledge of USAF military publications and Technical Orders
• Must be able to lead, train and mentor other technicians in all aspects of the F-16 Aircraft Paint technician specialty

Preferred Qualifications:

• F-16 Block 40 and above surface refinishing
• Highly experienced USAF 5 and 7 skill level or civilian equivalent

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