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Designs and performs production cost modeling (UPLAN) studies to accomplish economic transmission planning under the direction of a senior level engineer or management * Helps develop improvements to ...

Designs and performs production cost modeling (UPLAN) studies to accomplish economic transmission planning under the direction of a senior level engineer or management * Helps develop improvements to ...

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Senior Aircraft Painter (Second Shift)

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Westfield, MA

$26.53 - $36.24/hr

Full-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Gulfstream Aerospace rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 185 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 72 rated aerospace companies


Job description

Senior Aircraft Painter (Second Shift) in  GAC Westfield

$4,000 Sign-On Bonus eligible.


Unique Skills:

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

This is a 2nd shift, weekday evening, position.

The base compensation range for this role is $26.53 - $36.24 per hour.

Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to: minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, and location.

Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programs, paid leave and tuition assistance. Our U.S. benefits package includes:

  • Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Employee assistance plan
  • Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance.


 

Education and Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required. 4 years related paint processes. Aircraft industry experience preferred.. Valid Drivers License required. Advanced knowledge of paint processes and products (lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, and acrylics) is necessary. Position Purpose: The Senior Aircraft Painter works independently to safely prepare, paint and detail aircraft according to schedule using company quality standards and operating procedures. Act on behalf of the Lead in their absence and provide assistance and work direction to other painters.
Job Description
Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions:
  1. Safely perform aircraft preparation, painting, and detailing of aircraft under minimal supervision. Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs and quality specifications.
  2. Assist supervision with assignment and accomplishment of work for assigned team members. Promote high standards of quality through instruction and by setting a good example for other painters to follow. Act on behalf of supervision as required.
  3. Follow standard operating procedures when using tools and equipment such as dual action sanders, hydraulic lift platforms and paint sprayers. Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools.
  4. Follow standard operating procedures when using sealants, paint strippers and corrosion-preventive chemicals and use protective equipment as required.
  5. Comply with safety rules and procedures and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
  6. Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.
  7. Assist with aircraft movement in hangars.
Additional Functions:
  1. Comply with Paint shop standard practices (SPT) process and WFR processes. .
  2. Mentor other members of Paint operations as required. .
  3. Offer continuous improvement ideas/participate in continuous improvement activities. .
Perform other duties as assigned. Other Requirements:
  1. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
  2. Able to pass Pulmonary Function Test to obtain respirator certification.
  3. Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
  4. Must be computer literate.
  5. Thorough and complete understanding of the GAMPS, paint operations SPT manual and paint WFR.
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 235733

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: Second

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 09/18/2026 

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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Copyright © 2020 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. All Rights Reserved. A General Dynamics Company ( . Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft

Industry

Aviation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Savannah, GA, US

Year founded

1958