Elevate Your Craft: Become an Aircraft Painter in Aerospace Innovation!

Location: San Antonio, TX
Job Type: Full-Time | Consultant (12-Month Contract)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Variable 1st & 2nd Shifts (based on business needs)
Pay Rate: $38.72/hr ($33.79/hr + $4.93 H&W)

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.                                               
 

 Paint the Future of Flight

Join PDS Tech Commercial and be part of a team that brings aerospace visions to life. As an Aircraft Painter at our San Antonio Manufacturing Center, you’ll play a vital role in transforming aircraft surfaces into precision-finished masterpieces. Your work will directly support the performance, safety, and aesthetics of advanced aerospace platforms.

 What You’ll Do

• Prepare aircraft surfaces by sanding, masking, and cleaning to ensure optimal paint adhesion.
• Mix and apply paint, lacquer, epoxy, and other coatings using spray guns, brushes, and rollers.
• Remove old coatings using chemical removers and manual tools.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and DPS specifications to complete assignments accurately.
• Collaborate with team members in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.
• Work on elevated platforms and in confined spaces using appropriate PPE and fall protection.

 What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in aircraft or industrial painting.
• Proficiency in sanding, taping, mixing materials, and applying coatings.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical documentation.
• Comfortable working at heights and using fall protection equipment.
• Willingness to work variable shifts based on business needs.
• Ability to obtain Fall Protection Certification (required for assignment).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience on military or commercial aircraft platforms.
• Experience handling hazardous chemicals and solvents.

 Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, stand for long periods, and perform repetitive motions.
• Frequent climbing, crawling, kneeling, and working on ladders or elevated surfaces.
• Exposure to noise, solvents, and atmospheric conditions—PPE provided.

 Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we don’t just fill jobs—we build careers. Partnering with aerospace leaders, we offer opportunities to work on groundbreaking projects that shape the future of flight. Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive hourly pay with health & welfare benefits
• A collaborative, safety-first culture
• Opportunities to grow your skills in a high-tech environment
• The pride of contributing to mission-critical aerospace systems

 Ready to Paint Your Legacy?

If you're passionate about precision, teamwork, and aerospace excellence, we want to hear from you. Apply now and help us bring innovation to life—one coat at a time.

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