Works from blueprints, drawings, sketches, planning, process specifications, oral and written instructions. Lays out and prepares, including masks, prior to determining and applying a variety of standard and unique primers, exotic pigments and paints to satellite and other aerospace parts and materials including brackets, electrostatic discharge (ESD) sensitive electronic units, heatpipes and antennas. Applies by spray, brush or other means conductive and silicone based white and black paints, high temperature ceramics, gold, inorganics, chemglaze, polyurethane and epoxy primers. Often observes strict thickness and surface coverage area requirements. Primes and paints all metal, plastic and graphite parts including the processing of aluminum parts through an acid etch in preparation for priming. Recognizes various types of metals and plated surfaces. Operates ovens, heat lamps, vacuum blasters, drill motors, spray guns and related equipment. Uses scales, and mixing equipment for the weighing, measuring and mixing of pigments and resins. Utilizes precision measuring instruments such as protractors, thickness gauges, calipers and micrometers. May work on scaffolding; operates material handling equipment such as pallet jack or cranes. Assists process engineers in developing advanced painting techniques required for new space applications and in reviewing and revising process documents. Records data and prepares reports, charts and graphs. Performs incidental related duties as assigned or required. Performs rework of the same nature and level of difficulty as described. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location option. Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements:This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience): Minimum of 10 year’s experience as a vehicle painter. Experience in aerospace paint. Experience with operating ovens, heat lamps, vacuum blasters, drill motors, spray guns and related equipment. Experience with reading drawings and masking. Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/ Experience)manual spraying and familiar with paint robot. This is an hourly position governed by a collective bargaining agreement. Relocation:This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.