Aircraft Painter

Description:

Paint Your Future in Aviation: Aircraft Painter Opportunity in Tulsa, OK

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a premier leader in the aviation industry to find skilled Aircraft Painters ready to make their mark. If you take pride in precision craftsmanship and want to contribute to world-class aircraft production, this is your opportunity to play a critical role in delivering excellence from the ground up.


About the Role

As an Aircraft Painter, you will be essential to the final look, performance, and protection of advanced aircraft components. This full-time role in Tulsa, OK offers competitive pay and the chance to work on cutting-edge aviation projects where your expertise directly impacts quality and safety.

  • Schedule: Monday–Friday (must be flexible for any shift)

  • Pay Rate: $46.42/hour

  • Environment: Hands-on, fast-paced, safety-focused manufacturing setting


What You’ll Do

  • Prepare, mask, and apply primer and finish coatings to aircraft parts and assemblies

  • Set up and operate paint spraying systems and robotic coating equipment

  • Mix and thin paints to precise specifications

  • Perform touch-ups, rework, and inspections to ensure high-quality finishes

  • Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and engineering documents

  • Operate equipment for anodizing, plating, and surface preparation

  • Maintain compliance with safety standards and environmental requirements

  • Use precision tools and document production data accurately

  • Support team success by training, coaching, and collaborating with peers


What You Bring

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of aircraft painting experience

  • Proven ability to mix paint, prep surfaces, spray, and clean equipment (demo required at start)

  • Ability to stand for full 8-hour shifts and work overtime/weekends as needed

  • Flexibility to work any assigned shift

  • Strong understanding of coating applications, equipment, and safety practices

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with robotic spray systems or advanced coating techniques

  • Familiarity with heat treatment, anodizing, or plating processes

  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship


Why Join Us

  • Work alongside a leading aviation manufacturer on high-impact projects

  • Be part of a skilled, collaborative team that values precision and craftsmanship

  • Gain hands-on experience with advanced equipment and processes

  • Competitive hourly pay with consistent, full-time hours

  • Opportunity to expand your expertise in a high-demand aerospace field

At PDS Tech Commercial, we’re committed to connecting talented professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow and succeed.


Ready to Take Off?

If you’re a highly skilled Aircraft Painter ready to elevate your career, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and bring your expertise to a team that’s shaping the future of aviation.



Pay Details: $46.42 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.



 
Job Number: US_EN_33_022581_2558055
Job Location: Tulsa, OK
Per Diem: --
Overtime: --
Duration: indef
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 06/10/2026
Firm Name: PDS TECH COMMERCIAL, INC
Attention:
Address: 545 E JOHN CARPENTER FWY STE 950
City, State: IRVING, TX 75062
Phone: 214/647-9600
800 Phone: 800/270-4737
Email: Client.Services@pdstech.com
Website: Go To PDS Tech Commercial Website
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