Job Description

Job Title: Aircraft Component Painter

Location: One position in Manchester / One position in Leeds

Company: Jetglow Aircraft Engineering

Salary subject to experience

About the Role:

Jetglow Aircraft Engineering, a leading provider of aerospace maintenance and engineering services, is seeking a skilled

Aircraft Component Painter

to join our team. This is a hands-on role within our paint and coatings department, supporting the preparation, painting, and finishing of aircraft parts and components to industry and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare aircraft components for painting (degreasing, masking, sanding, etc.) Apply primers, topcoats, and specialty coatings using spray-painting equipment Inspect finished surfaces for quality and compliance with technical specifications Maintain detailed records of work carried out, materials used, and process conditions Follow all health, safety, and environmental guidelines, including PPE use and paint booth procedures

Requirements:

Previous experience in industrial or aerospace painting (aircraft component painting preferred) Knowledge of painting processes, surface preparation, and coating systems (e.g. epoxy, polyurethane) Ability to read and interpret technical documents, specifications, and work orders Familiarity with safety procedures when working with hazardous materials. Attention to detail and strong manual dexterity Experience working in a controlled environment (e.g. paint booth or clean room)

Desirable:

Aerospace maintenance environment experience Knowledge of OEM specs (e.g. Boeing, Airbus, or military standards)

Benefits:

Competitive salary Ongoing training and development opportunities Modern, well-equipped facilities Pension scheme and paid holiday Supportive team environment with career growth potential

To Apply:

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to enquiries@jetglow.co.uk

Job Type: Temp to perm
Contract length: 9 months

Pay: 12.50-13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Experience:

SPRAY PAINTING: 2 years (required)
Willingness to travel:

25% (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: AIRCRAFT COMPONENT PAINTER
Expected start date: 01/10/2025