FAA Painter

Bring Precision and Craftsmanship to Aerospace Manufacturing as a FAA Painter!


PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a detail-oriented FAA Painter to prepare and apply high-quality coatings and finishes to aircraft-related components. This hands-on role is ideal for candidates with industrial, automotive, aerospace, or production painting experience who take pride in quality workmanship and safety.

What You'll Do

• Prepare surfaces through cleaning, masking, sanding, and related methods.
• Apply primers, paints, and protective coatings using spray equipment.
• Mix paints and coatings according to specifications and work instructions.
• Inspect finished surfaces for coverage, consistency, and quality.
• Perform touch-ups and rework as needed.
• Maintain painting equipment and a clean, safe work area.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
• Follow FAA, environmental, quality, and safety procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of spray-painting, surface preparation, and coating techniques.
• Ability to follow technical specifications and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in industrial, aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, or related painting.
• Vocational, technical, or apprenticeship training in painting or coatings.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift and move up to 30 lbs.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators and protective clothing.
• Comfortable working around paint fumes, chemicals, machinery, and production equipment.

Why Join Us?

• $21.00/hr pay rate
• Up to $3,000 bonus opportunity
• Gain valuable FAA-regulated aerospace manufacturing experience
• Hands-on work utilizing specialized painting and coating techniques
• Safety and quality-focused team environment
• Opportunities to expand your manufacturing skills and career

Apply Today!


If you have a passion for quality craftsmanship, spray painting, coatings, or aerospace manufacturing , apply today.


Join PDS Tech Commercial as an FAA Industrial Painter and put the finishing touch on products built for demanding aerospace applications.


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.

Pay Details: $21.00 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 California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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