Interior Paint & Finish Technician

This role involves preparing, applying, and touching up finishes on aircraft furniture using various techniques and materials. The technician will conduct high-quality repairs to finished surfaces, both in-house and off-site, using spray equipment and manual methods. Attention to detail and compliance with design specifications are crucial, ensuring products meet stringent quality standards.

• Apply finishes per engineering and customer specifications.
  
• Repair and touch up aircraft furniture finishes.
  
• Use hand sanding, DA (Dual Action) or Orbital sanding tools.
  
• Operate HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) and RP (Reduced Pressure) guns.
  
• Coordinate with internal teams to align with design requirements.
  
• Champion safety protocols and 5S standards.
  
• Track materials and maintain shop equipment.
  
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.
  

• Familiarity with cabinet finish processes and aerospace standards.
  
• Proficiency in mixing and applying paints, stains, and finishes.
  
• Skilled in using sanding tools and spray guns.
  
• Blueprint and technical documentation interpretation.
  
• Basic computer skills and effective communication abilities.
  
• Physical ability to lift 40 lbs. and work in confined spaces.
  

• High school diploma/GED; trade schooling is a plus.
  
• Experience in cabinetry/wood finishing, preferably in aerospace.
  
• Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma is advantageous.
  

Shift hours are Mon-Thurs 6:45 am to 3:45 pm and Friday 6:45 am to 12:45pm. The role requires flexibility, including Saturdays when needed, and adherence to drug and background check requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
  
• Dental insurance
  
• Employee assistance program
  
• Flexible spending account
  
• Health insurance
  
• Health savings account
  
• Life insurance
  
• On-the-job training
  
• Paid time off
  
• Vision insurance
  

Application Question(s):

• Due to FAA requirements will you be able to pass a drug and alcohol screening?
  

Experience:

• Paint spraying: 2 years (Required)
  

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
  

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
  

Ability to Commute:

• Wichita, KS 67226 (Required)
  

Ability to Relocate:

• Wichita, KS 67226: Relocate before starting work (Required)
  

Work Location: In person