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TAD PGS, Inc

Aircraft Painter - Wichita, KS

Wichita, KS

$21.75 - $27.50/hr

Seeking a Paint Technician with a minimum of 5 Years (aircraft and/or automotive together ... Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling ...

TAD PGS, Inc

787 Aircraft Painter

Wichita, KS · On-site

$21.75 - $27.50/hr

787 Aircraft Painter Wichita, KS Job ID: 218136 Job Summary PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an ... Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling ...

TAD PGS, Inc

Aircraft Painter

Wichita, KS · On-site

$21.75 - $27.50/hr

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Painter, in Wichita, KS. General Statement Responsible for ... Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling ...

GAL AeroStaff

Aircraft Paint Supervisor

Mesa, AZ · On-site

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent ... The Aircraft Paint Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day production activities for complete ...

TAD PGS, Inc

Painter

Wichita, KS · On-site

$16.25 - $22.25/hr

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Commercial Wide Body Aircraft Painter, in Wichita, KS. Perform ... Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling ...

APA Services

Temp Painter

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs paint application to original equipment manufactured (OEM) structural parts, components and subsystems for aircraft applications using products and ...

APA Services

Temp Painter Repair

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

... final paint application on original equipment manufactured parts, components and complete ... aircraft applications. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs assembly of original ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary aircraft painter in the United States is $26.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $29.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Aircraft Painter vs Aircraft Painter?

AspectTemporary Aircraft PainterAircraft Painter
CredentialsTypically requires OSHA safety training, basic painting skillsRequires OSHA safety training, specialized painting certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentTemporary contracts, varied locations, often on short-term projectsPermanent or long-term employment, fixed hangar or facility
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by staffing agencies, contractors, aerospace companies for short-term needsEmployed directly by airlines, maintenance facilities, or aerospace manufacturers

Temporary Aircraft Painters focus on short-term projects, often working through staffing agencies, while Aircraft Painters are typically permanent employees with more specialized skills. Both roles require safety training and work in similar environments, but their employment terms and certifications may differ.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Aircraft Painter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,455 per year, or $26.7 per hour.

Aircraft Painter - Wichita, KS

TAD PGS, Inc

Wichita, KS

$21.75 - $27.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Aircraft Painter/Technician in Wichita, KS. Job ID#213286

Corporate Jets
Seeking full body aircraft paint experience. 

Job Description:

Seeking a Paint Technician with a minimum of 5 Years (aircraft and/or automotive together). .

Adhere to General Work Requirements
Read engineering drawings to identify the tasks to be performed in preparation for the application of chemicals and paint to aircraft surface.
Apply safety absorbent to hangar floor and spray aircraft surface with stripper to remove all paint.
Assist with moving aircraft to appropriate bay.
Mask, unmask, and re-mask appropriate areas of aircraft surface to ensure complete protection of windows and other areas susceptible to damage.
Remove stripper, excess paint, and/or contaminants using water, solvents, air blower, and/or brushes..
Sand, grind, and buff polished areas of aircraft surface, apply putty to body dents, and replace sealer in preparation for the application of primer and paint.
Apply Alodine to aircraft surface using spray equipment.
Perform touch-up work as required.
Document work performed per Inspection Procedures Manual (IPM)
Perform above tasks in support of production, flight test, and other outside areas as required.
Assist other employees in the performance of their duties within area(s) of qualification.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.


Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled 

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance