CareerPlan

Paint Technician (Falcon)

Hawthorne, CAFull-time2026-11-13
Based in United StatesCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Mixing, stripping, painting, and detailing advanced paint systems on launch vehicles.

Role type

hands-on paint technician (aerospace)

Builds

launch vehicles

Domain

aerospace manufacturing

Required skills

spraying advanced paint systems (epoxies, urethanes, solvent-based paints, acrylics), mechanical abrasion, chemical etching, sealant and adhesive application, precision measuring, equipment maintenance

Preferred skills

3+ years in advanced paint systems, aerospace/aviation manufacturing experience, interpreting technical drawings, shop math, mix ratio management

Technologies

calipers, elcometers, ohmmeters, gravity-fed sprayers, pressure pot sprayers, airless sprayers

Responsibilities

Prepare metallic substrates using mechanical abrasion and chemical etchants; Mix and apply sealants and adhesives for structural components; Conduct periodic maintenance on paint spraying equipment; Use precision measuring tools; Assist with area projects to improve safety, quality, and delivery

Seniority

Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC