Aircraft Painter - Contract

Company Description

Segula Technologies is a global engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative solutions across industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, rail, and life sciences. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in France, Segula operates in over 30 countries, driving technological advancements, improving industrial performance, and supporting clients throughout the product lifecycle.

With expertise in design, manufacturing, testing, and project management, Segula helps businesses tackle complex engineering challenges while fostering innovation and sustainability.

Job Description

Responsible for the spray application of multiple aerospace paints on a variety of substrates and on simple to complex product configurations, including the setup and application of primers and finish coats.

• Masking, racking, turning, and sanding operations
• Equipment maintenance and paint mixing operations
• Mix paints to match color specifications or original colors using spatulas or power mixing equipment
• Select and apply paint according to engineering planning documents
• Dispose of trash, scrap, and hazardous waste appropriately
• Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from surfaces using abrasives, solvents, brushes, or washing tanks
• Spray or brush prepared surfaces with alodine, primers, or finish coatings per engineering planning
• Mix ingredients to create specific finishes
• Trim excess material
• Use equipment (e.g., computers, hand, power, and air tools) to complete paint assignments
• Perform pickup, rework, and incorporation of changes to the product as required
• Work from prints, sketches, specifications, and written/verbal instructions
• Maintain required certifications, qualifications, licenses, or permits
• Utilize precision measuring equipment (e.g., isoscopes, scales) for self-inspection of in-process and finished work
• Perform routine minor maintenance on sprayers, paint guns, etc.
• Move products within the manufacturing area using assigned equipment and complete necessary transactions
• Support continuous flow of product by training and assisting employees of same or lower classification level
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify causes of errors, defects, or other problems
• Analyze information and evaluate results to choose best solutions related to the paint process
• Ensure daily logs for air quality are completed prior to paint operations
• Utilize required safety equipment and procedures (respirators, air hoods/masks, Tyvek suits, gloves, donning/doffing, footwear, safety eyewear)
• Comply with governing regulations, including BAC, OSHA, and customer specifications
  
  

Qualifications

• Ability to read engineering blueprints, schematics, and drawings
• Ability to match or detect differences among colors, including shades and brightness
• Able to remain steady while moving an arm or holding arm/hand in position
• See details at close range
• Make precise movements of the fingers to grasp, manipulate, or assemble small objects
• Able to quickly move hand/arm or two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects
  
  

Additional Information

Here’s a heads-up of the upcoming steps:

• Phone Interview with Recruiter: We’ll begin with an introductory call to discuss your background and interest in the role. Please make sure to add your correct phone number. You will hear from us soon.
• Interview with the Hiring Manager
• Offer Letter: We´ll extend you an offer and start the onboarding process.
• Background Check & DOT Drug Screen: This step involves conducting a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal history, and other relevant records. Additionally, a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug screening will be carried out to ensure compliance with federal regulations for safety-sensitive positions
• You start your next challenge!