SkillBridge Intern - Aircraft Painter

Principal Duties/Responsibilities

• Work from FES, drawing notes, HMS planning, to paint manufactured parts and aircraft parts and sub-assemblies.
• Strip manufactured parts, aircraft parts and sub-assemblies.
• Prepare surfaces to be painted by sanding, steaming, cleaning and conversion coating, as required.
• Cover area on parts as required to be protected from Alodine process, paint or stripper with proper materials.
• Set up equipment and operate all shop equipment and tooling.
• Select and mix proper paint to the Manufacturer’s specifications to meet job requirements.
• May be required to experiment with special paints and related products.
• Set up and use spray gun for proper application of urethane, lacquer, enamel, water base and epoxy paints, as required.
• Assist/train others, as required, in the performance of their job assignments.
• Accurately log computerized labor data collection system for work orders, time and attendance tracking.

Education And Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related painting experience.
• Able to work from designs or verbal instructions to perform layout design.
• Familiarity with applicable manufacturer standards and company procedure governing the care and treatment of aluminum.
• Able to use standard spray paint equipment: paint guns, sanding equipment, dual action orbital sander and common hand tools.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation And Benefits (Post SkillBridge)

• This opportunity is part of the DoD SkillBridge program and is unpaid during the SkillBridge training period.
• If you are offered a position following your SkillBridge internship, the salary you can expect typically falls between $19 and $37.31 per hour/per year.
• The final compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors, including but not limited to: years of relevant experience, Falcon-specific experience, education/certifications, geographic location, and shift.
• Our total compensation package also includes comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision), HSA and FSA options, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Supplemental Insurance, Group Legal, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, and more.