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PAINT TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP)
The Starship Paint Technician mixes, strips, paints, and details advanced paint systems, prepares metallic substrates via abrasion and etchants, applies sealants/adhesives, maintains spraying equipment, and uses precision tools like calipers while supporting safety, quality, and delivery improvements.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Mix, strip, paint, and detail advanced paint systems on Starship vehicles
- Prepare metallic substrates using mechanical abrasion and chemical etchants
- Mix and apply sealants and adhesives for structural components
- Conduct periodic maintenance on various paint spraying equipment (such as gravity-fed, pressure pot, and airless-type)
- Accurately use precision measuring tools such as calipers, elcometers, or ohmmeters
- Assist with area projects to improve safety, quality, and delivery
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of experience spraying advanced paint systems (e.g. epoxies, urethanes, solvent-based paints, and/or acrylics) OR a degree/certificate from an accredited trade school/program
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 3+ years of industry experience in advanced paint systems Experience in a manufacturing or production environment in the aerospace or aviation industry
- Ability to interpret electronic work instructions, process specifications, and technical drawings
- Ability to perform basic shop math (such as geometry and trigonometry)
- Ability to manage accurate mix ratios, cure schedules, and overcoat windows