Painter 1

Job Level : Entry Level (less than 2 years) Level of Education : High School/GED Job Type : Full-Time/Regular Date Updated : 11/09/2026 Years of Experience : 1+ Years Starting Date : Invalid Date Travel Requirement : Compensation : Capabilities : Weapon Systems Salary : $0 Years Of Experience : 1+ Job Description Kratos C5ISR designs, engineers, and manufactures advanced mission‑critical technologies for defense, intelligence, and national security customers. These are innovative solutions that enhance situational awareness, strengthen decision‑making, and support those on the front lines. Our teams develop and deliver specialty mobility systems, electromagnetic interference (EMI)-shielded shelter platforms, missile launcher and transporter systems, and related ground support hardware. These highly engineered solutions support C5ISR applications, missile defense and radar systems, unmanned vehicle platforms, command and control programs, SATCOM systems, shipboard systems, directed energy weapons, and strategic deterrence. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in a mission‑driven environment. Join us and help shape the future of national security. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Selects and mixes paint to required consistency, as well as J7 body filler and hardener. Cleans spray room and adjusts and cleans spray guns, pumps, and tanks as required. Operates spray guns to apply primer and finish coats, maintaining proper gun positioning and technique. Applies primer and finish coats to parts, subassemblies, and completed units using various types of paint and finishes, including anti‑skid coatings and camouflage patterns, with little to no rework. Uses various tools and equipment, including paintbrushes, spray guns, pumps, vibrators, power sanders, electrical lift trucks, and other equipment as needed. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills. Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements. Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and the public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies. Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing, and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment, and changes, and more. Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High school graduate or equivalent. Minimum 1-year related experience required. WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Shop floor environment. Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time. Ability to perform repetitive motion (rotating wrists, keyboarding, using small/large tools). Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to tolerate constant noise (i.e., machine motors). Ability to work safely in the presence of hazardous chemicals and hazardous conditions. Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Paid Time-Off (PTO) Holidays Education Reimbursement Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as aprotected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Disability Accessibility Accommodation If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply toour careers site, please send your request to View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Any inquiresnot related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded. Pay Transparency The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Job Applicant Privacy Notice For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice . #J-18808-Ljbffr Kratos Defense