Painter I

Job Description Albany Engineered Composites (AEC) is one of the most technically advanced designers and manufacturers of lightweight composite aerospace structures, subassemblies and components. For more than 50 years, AEC has innovated advanced composite solutions for defense and commercial industries in applications from large commercial transports to fighter jets and commercial and military rotorcraft. Our composite design and fabrication expertise can be found on many commercial platforms such as Boeing’s 7‑series family, the Airbus A380 aircraft as well as Sikorsky S-76 helicopter. For defense programs, AEC provides a wide range of products including complete structural assemblies, flight critical components, primary and secondary structural elements for platforms such as the F‑35 Lightning II, the CH‑53K Heavy‑lift Helicopter and the Joint Air‑to‑Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM). AEC is committed to delivering high‑quality, economical composite solutions to our customers. Significant investment in infrastructure and automation ensures AEC is positioned to maximize that value, offering the right processes to meet our customer’s expectations. Paints aircraft exterior and piece parts. Prepares for painting by masking, stripping, washing aircraft sections and components. Blends and mixes paints, inks, and coatings to proper spraying consistency. Performs detail and touch‑ups. Sets‑up and coordinates processes for painting production parts. Primary Responsibilities Prepares and assembles commercial and military aircraft products. Mixes adhesives, paint or resin systems, applies them to piece parts, assembles and secures as required for curing. Repairs surface blemishes, IAW written instructions. Uses power tools, sanders, drills, paint guns, routers, sand blasters and other applicable tools to the manufacturing of paint and assemble aircraft parts. Maintains order and cleanliness in assembly/finishing area. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the job. Shift Day – Monday to Thursday 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Experience, Education and Skills High School Diploma or Equivalent. Requires shop math and the ability to calculate resin ratios. Ability to follow directions from supervisor, verbal and written tool orders and engineering orders. Ability to use trimming equipment, cutters, grinders and drills to trim parts within drawing requirements or shop order tolerances. Ability to read blueprints. Manual dexterity is required. As a Department of Defense Contractor we are required to hire U.S. Persons. Visa sponsorship is not being offered. Benefits Top notch benefits program including generous 401(k) match, paid time off, personal days and a strong commitment to work/life balance. Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. Minority, Female, Disabled, Veteran. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr