Job Description

AIRCRAFT PAINTER (SOC: 51-9122 / SCA: 23050)

Location: Patuxent River, MD
Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Clearance: Top Secret w/ Yankee White Access | CAC required

Provides support for O, I and D-level tasks in support of Presidential Helicopter platforms in accordance with the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP), applicable technical data, and federal contract requirements.

Aircraft painter supporting VH-92A, VH-3D, VH-60N, test aircraft and other aircraft periodically hosted by PMA-274.

Performs surface preparation, treatment and painting of components, small 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, microfilm, and diagrams. Ability to precisely apply vinyl graphics to multiple surfaces, including aircraft.

Essential Functions

• Conduct chemical stripping of paints and primers; performing abrasive blasting on ferrous and non‑ferrous materials; preparing surfaces through sanding, grinding, mechanical abrasion, and acid etching; and applying primers, topcoats, epoxy coatings, lacquer, resin
• Document maintenance actions in aircraft logs and approved maintenance systems
• Ensure compliance with Tool Control, FOD, safety, and quality programs

• Perform other duties as assigned

Duties

• Performing all tasks associated with aircraft and component surface preparation, coating, and finishing
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and directives
• Document maintenance actions per NAMP requirements

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a paint technician to include painting, maintenance, and finish work
• 7+ years aviation experience preferred
• 3+ years VH-92A, VH-3D, VH-60N or similar aircraft experience preferred
• Must be able to work, day, swing or mid shift as required

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting up to 50 lbs., standing and walking for extended periods, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in confined or elevated spaces. Requires sufficient manual dexterity and vision to use tools and inspect aircraft systems. Must be able to work in high-noise environments, wear required PPE, and work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Compensation

• $44.78/hour + $5.09 H&W

Benefits:
Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can enroll in KAI’s 401k plan. Employees have a minimum of eleven paid holidays. Vacation/PTO IAW with applicable wage determination

Labor Relations Notice:
The Company respects employee rights under applicable labor laws. Nothing in this posting interferes with lawful collective activity.

Contract Contingency:
Employment is contingent upon contract award, funding, background investigation, and clearance eligibility.

EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Veterans. No retaliation for protected activity.