Now Hiring: Aircraft Painter – Bring Color to the Future of Flight
Join PDS Tech Commercial, partnering with a world leader in aerospace innovation

Location: San Antonio, TX | Schedule: Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shifts | Pay Rate: $38.88

Take Your Skills to New Heights

PDS Tech Commercial is looking for a skilled Aircraft Painter to join our team in partnership with a premier aerospace manufacturer. In this hands-on role, you’ll do more than just apply paint—you’ll bring aircraft to life with precision, care, and teamwork. Your work will directly contribute to the performance, protection, and appearance of cutting-edge military and commercial aircraft.

This is your chance to turn craftsmanship into impact—and be part of something that soars.

What You'll Do

As an Aircraft Painter, you will:

• Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting by sanding, cleaning, masking, and treating with chemical agents

• Mix paint and apply coatings (paint, lacquer, epoxy, etc.) using spray guns, brushes, rollers, and other tools

• Remove old paint or coatings using scrapers and liquid removers

• Follow technical drawings, DPS specs, and work instructions to ensure accurate paint application

• Mask surfaces and apply stencils for insignias, numerals, and lettering

• Work closely with your team to meet quality and safety standards

• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety procedures

• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials properly

• Operate at heights using ladders, platforms, and fall protection equipment

Required Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in surface preparation and paint application

• Experience sanding, masking, taping, and mixing materials

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications

• Comfortable working at heights with the ability to obtain Fall Protection Certification (OSHA compliant)

• Willingness to work rotating shifts

• Familiarity with hazardous chemicals and proper handling procedures

• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, standing, kneeling, climbing, and working in confined or elevated areas

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience painting military or commercial aircraft

• Previous experience working with hazardous materials and solvents

• Experience working in regulated aerospace or defense environments

Ready to Paint the Future?

This is more than just a painting job—it’s a chance to contribute to world-class aerospace projects with a team that values your skills and dedication.

Apply now and take your career to new heights as an Aircraft Painter with PDS Tech Commercial.

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