<p>Aircraft Painter I in GAC Westfield</p> <p>Unique Skills:</p> <p>Automotive Paint and Paint Preparation experience preferred.</p> <p>See Job Description for details.</p> <p>Education and Experience Requirements</p> <p>High School Diploma or GED required. 1 year of painting experience.</p> <p>Position Purpose:</p> <p>The Aircraft Painter I prepares the aircraft for paint related operations by performing tasks safely within schedule while meeting quality expectations.</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>Principle Duties and Responsibilities:</p> <p>Essential Functions:</p> <ul> <li>Mask, sand, and prepare aircraft for paint application. </li><li>Apply glazing and sealing compounds in preparation for final painting. </li><li>Operate and maintain all types of preparation and priming equipment. Mix paints and primers. . </li><li>Perform leading edge sealant work in final detail. . </li><li>Comply with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies. Use personal protective equipment and ensure aircraft interior is protected (PTP). </li></ul> <p>Additional Functions:</p> <ul> <li>Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools as assigned. . </li><li>Comply with Paint shop standard practices. . </li></ul> <p>Perform other duties as assigned.</p> <p>Other Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. </li><li>Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation. </li><li>Able to pass Pulmonary Function Test to obtain respirator certification. </li><li>Ability to use tools, equipment, and materials in the aircraft painting process. Able to climb ladders and stairs, perform close tolerance work, work in small spaces lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift. </li><li>Must be computer literate. </li><li>A working knowledge of paint processes and products (lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, and acrylics). </li><li>Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. </li></ul> <p>Additional Information</p> <p>Requisition Number: 225703</p> <p>Category: Operations</p> <p>Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%</p> <p>Shift: First</p> <p>Employment Type: Full-time</p> <p>Posting End Date: 05/30/2025</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans</p> <p>Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.</p> <p>Legal Information | Site Utilities | Contacts | Sitemap</p> <p>Copyright 2024 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. All Rights Reserved. A General Dynamics Company.</p> <p>Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft</p> <p>#LI-AU1</p> <p>Nearest Major Market: Springfield MA</p>