87 aircraft painter jobs found

Description: You will be the Aircraft Painter for the team which is responsible for setting up various types of spray painting equipment and applying primer, finish, and protective paint and paint-like coatings to parts and subassemblies. What You Will Be Doing As the Aircraft Painter, you will be responsible for obtaining paint types, colors, number of coats, and areas to be painted from work orders, engineering drawings, and process specifications. Your responsibilities will include: Mixing paints to specified proportions and to obtain proper consistency for application Performing incidental preparatory duties such as cleaning and preparing surfaces for painting and masking to skin breaks or other physical references Laying out for, masking, and spraying all types of primer, finish, and protective coatings on surfaces of detail parts and of sub-assemblies Making operating adjustments to painting equipment to control spray pattern, density, and...

Description: You will be the Aircraft Painter for the team which is responsible for setting up various types of spray painting equipment and applying primer, finish, and protective paint and paint-like coatings to parts and subassemblies. What You Will Be Doing As the Aircraft Painter, you will be responsible for obtaining paint types, colors, number of coats, and areas to be painted from work orders, engineering drawings, and process specifications. Your responsibilities will include: Mixing paints to specified proportions and to obtain proper consistency for application Performing incidental preparatory duties such as cleaning and preparing surfaces for painting and masking to skin breaks or other physical references Laying out for, masking, and spraying all types of primer, finish, and protective coatings on surfaces of detail parts and of sub-assemblies Making operating adjustments to painting equipment to control spray pattern, density, and...

Description: At Lockheed Martin, the work you do helps support some of the world’s most recognized military aircraft programs, including the F-16 and C-130. We are seeking an experienced Paint Supervisor to lead aircraft coating and surface finishing operations in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment where quality, leadership, craftsmanship, and teamwork matter. This is more than a production leadership role. We are looking for someone who understands aircraft paint operations from firsthand experience, someone who has suited up, applied coatings, solved real-world paint challenges, and can step alongside the team to mentor, coach, and develop the next generation of aerospace talent. If you thrive in environments where no two days are the same, enjoy solving problems in real time, and believe strong leadership starts with trust, accountability, and leading by example, this opportunity offers the chance to make a lasting impact on both people and products that...

Position Summary Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Test Manager providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations Directorate (AFLCMC/HB).   The Air Force Program Executive Office for Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations (PEO ISR SOF) manages the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of over 200 programs supporting the United States Air Force and allied partners worldwide. This position supports the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Division and specifically the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) program supporting the Royal Saudi Air Force. As part of the International Airborne Battle Management Command and Control Division (AFLCMC/WIW), the selected candidate will provide Test and Evaluation (T&E) support to ensure system capabilities meet operational requirements while supporting...

Description: About the Role Lockheed Martin Aeronautics seeks a highly motivated, agile, and enthusiastic engineer to join the Airborne Software Department on the F 22 program as a Sr Staff Software Engineer. In this role you will steer the technical development and evolution of mission critical aircraft software for the Stores Management System (SMS) team, blending deep domain knowledge with strong leadership. ________________________________________ Why Join Us • Mission Impactful: Develop software that powers next generation fighter aircraft. • Career Growth: Gain hands on aerospace software experience while leading industry best processes. • Team Centric Culture: Work alongside world class engineers who champion innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. ________________________________________ Core Responsibilities • Lead the technical direction for the F 22 Stores Management System team. • Prepare engineering basis of estimate (BOE) bids for new features. •...

Description: WHAT WE'RE DOING At Lockheed Martin, we are pioneering the future of aerospace and defense. Our mission is to deliver advanced products and solutions that ensure the security and advancement of our nation and allies. We work in a fast-paced environment where precision, innovation, and reliability are paramount. THE WORK - Follow specifications, drawings, operations sheets, and interpret a broad range of instructions to process main and tail rotor blades for overhaul and repair and production as well as metal finishing and preparing surfaces and spray paint to produce high grade finishes on aircraft rotor blades. - Strip blades of old finish and wash blades subsequent to stripping operations to ensure all paint removal solvents have been eliminated from blade surface. - Operate drying oven to ensure proper drying times for rinsed blades as well as for finish painted blade process. - Assist in the evaluation of paints, equipment and techniques involved in the...

Description: WHAT WE'RE DOING At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, we are pioneering advanced rotorcraft solutions for both military and commercial applications. We design, build, and support aircraft that make a difference across the globe, from enhancing national security to advancing humanitarian missions. Every Sikorsky team member contributes to our legacy of innovation, performance, and dedication to quality. The U.S. Marine Corps. customers are world-wide and so is our reputation for creating original solutions with the latest technologies. Our products keep our customers safe and bring them home to their families at night. Lockheed Martin’s Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) business area is committed to delivering world-class operational execution in support of our customer’s mission. THE WORK - As part of the Aerostructure Product Center, we are dedicated to advancing the production and performance of Blackhawk derivative airframes and components. - Our Industrial...

Description: Strategy and Business Development Senior Staff - Skunk Works Location: Palmdale CA What You Will Be Doing Provide strategy and business development support across the breadth of the Lockheed Martin Skunk Works Enduring Programs portfolio. Activities in the portfolio represent the full breadth of business development from the earliest shaping of emerging opportunities to major capture and keep sold of franchise programs. Additionally, Skunk Works is expanding into the international market to address the National Defense Strategy desire to strengthen our closest allies and partners. The selected candidate will communicate to customers and decision makers at all levels focusing on operational capability, cost of ownership benefits and needs/requirements. This individual will execute customer engagements and communicate LM Aero specific messages and build relationships. Additionally, the selected candidate will lead market development, opportunity qualification,...

Description: What You Will Be Doing: Join our dedicated aviation maintenance team as an Aircraft APG Mechanic, specializing in the cutting-edge F-35 fighter jet. In this crucial role, you will ensure our fleet remains operationally excellent, safe, and ready for any mission. Your tasks will cover the entire spectrum of Maintenance, Repair, Launch, and Recovery operations, guided by our commitment to precision and safety. Beyond this, you may also: • Conduct comprehensive maintenance, repair, launch, and recovery operations on F-35 aircraft, maintaining the highest standards of mechanical integrity and flight safety. • Follow Joint Technical Data (JTD) and all related program and service guidelines to perform maintenance, inspections, and servicing tasks. • Engage in and support Field-Level Modifications and Time Compliance Technical Data (TCTD) maintenance initiatives, ensuring aircraft meet all technical and safety standards. • Coordinate and assign maintenance tasks among...

Description: You will be the Pilot Trainer Developer (Level 4) for the Training Development Team which is responsible for designing, delivering, and continuously improving advanced aerospace training solutions. What You Will Be Doing As the Pilot Trainer Developer (Level 4) you will be responsible for shaping the next generation of aircrew proficiency through innovative, technology‑driven instruction. Your responsibilities will include: Develop and instruct highly creative training courses for existing and developmental systems. Provide all training to customer personnel at various locations. Support pilot, combat systems officer, and electronic warfare officer aircrew by briefing and training test and production crews, as well as systems engineers, on aircraft and ground‑system capabilities. Collaborate with test aircrew, engineers, and simulation technicians to design, implement, evaluate, and document training and technical publications. Integrate the latest...

Description: You will be the Chief Manufacturing Engineer - Producibility Owner - Level 6 for the Production Engineering team which is responsible for establishing and advancing producibility across the AMMM portfolio. What You Will Be Doing As the Chief Manufacturing Engineer - Producibility Owner - Level 6 you will be responsible for defining the Producibility Program, guiding design‑for‑manufacturability, and leading change‑control activities that enable high‑rate production. Your responsibilities will include: Establish and drive the Producibility Program, integrating shaping, deployment, and design‑for‑manufacturability with Design and Quality Engineering. Lead the Manufacturing Change Control Board (MCCB) as chair, overseeing configuration control and change‑management for all tooling and process updates. Partner with OpsTech to identify and implement technology‑integration opportunities that enhance producibility. Serve as the primary liaison...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer Principal - Level 6 for the Integrated Fighter Group (IFG) Line‑of‑Business Systems Engineering team which is responsible for advancing F‑16 system design and integration. **What You Will Be Doing** As the Systems Engineer Principal - Level 6 you will be responsible for steering the F‑16 system‑design effort, aligning technical content with portfolio strategy, and ensuring seamless integration across Aeronautics lines of business. “Your responsibilities will include:” - Define and manage the processes used for F‑16 system design while guaranteeing technical rigor. - Shape the strategic view of the portfolio by scoping and prioritizing development efforts. - Integrate the F‑16 design approach with other Aeronautics lines of business and Model‑Based Systems Engineering initiatives. - Partner with the Program Office on Model‑Based Systems Engineering and digital‑transformation projects. - Serve as the primary System Design liaison...

Description: You will be the Chief Tool Engineer - Digitization Owner - Level 6 for the Production Engineering team which is responsible for advancing tool‑digitization and innovative tooling solutions across the AMMM portfolio. What You Will Be Doing As the Chief Tool Engineer - Digitization Owner - Level 6 you will be responsible for leading tool‑digitization initiatives, driving cost‑effective tooling designs, and coordinating cross‑functional teams to ensure production success. Your responsibilities will include: Serve as the Tool Digitization Owner, establishing strategy and overseeing implementation across Production Engineering. Lead development of innovative tooling solutions that reduce span, cost, and cycle time while applying cutting‑edge design principles. Chair the Manufacturing Change Control Board (MCCB) and manage configuration control for all tooling assets. Partner with the Chief Manufacturing Engineer to integrate tool design into...

Description: The future of aerospace is built by engineers who can bridge the gap between mechanical design and advanced electronics. At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to help design and integrate mission-critical electronic hardware for advanced aircraft systems. In this role, you’ll work on ruggedized avionics, embedded hardware, and electro-mechanical systems that support some of the most sophisticated aerospace technology in the world. If you enjoy solving complex hardware challenges, collaborating across engineering disciplines, and seeing your designs support real-world missions, this opportunity was built for you. What You Will Be Doing As the Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 you will be responsible for delivering robust mechanical solutions that enable the EHD team’s mission‑critical hardware to perform flawlessly in aerospace environments. Your responsibilities will include: Design and analyze mechanical...

Description: You will be an Operations Center Analyst for the F-35 Program at our Wright Patterson Air Force Base Operations Center in Ohio. Our team is responsible for first-line support for the F-35 Wright-Patterson Operations Center customers & sites. What You Will Be Doing Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • Acts as the primary liaison linking internal and external stakeholders with the F‑35 Sustainment ecosystem—including Sustaining Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Sustainment Performance Management, Field Operations, Support Equipment, Training, and additional partner teams as required • Help drive the evolution of the F‑35 Operations Center by keeping its processes up‑to‑date and championing new, best‑practice solutions. In this role you’ll have the opportunity to shape how the center operates, introduce innovative workflows, and lead continuous‑improvement initiatives as the organization matures • You’ll play a pivotal role in...

Description: You will be an Operations Center Analyst for the F-35 Program at our Wright Patterson Air Force Base Operations Center in Ohio. Our team is responsible for first-line support for the F-35 Wright-Patterson Operations Center customers & sites. What You Will Be Doing Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • Acts as the primary weekend liaison linking internal and external stakeholders with the F‑35 Sustainment ecosystem—including Sustaining Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Sustainment Performance Management, Field Operations, Support Equipment, Training, and additional partner teams as required • Help drive the evolution of the F‑35 Operations Center by keeping its processes up‑to‑date and championing new, best‑practice solutions. In this role you’ll have the opportunity to shape how the center operates, introduce innovative workflows, and lead continuous‑improvement initiatives as the organization matures • You’ll play a pivotal...

Description: WHAT WE'RE DOING At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, we design and build the world’s most advanced helicopters, providing cutting-edge solutions for commercial and defense missions. Our commitment to innovation and excellence drives everything we do, ensuring our aircraft meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. THE WORK In this role, you will: Analyze and design sequences of operations and workflows to enhance efficiency in production facilities and equipment layouts. Establish and refine methods to maximize the utilization of production facilities and personnel. Collaborate to implement accident prevention measures and support training programs for all phases of production operations. Conduct studies on cost control, cost reduction, inventory management, and production record systems. Develop and implement plans for facility modifications and improvements to operational methods based on study findings. Partner with facilities engineers...

Description: Join the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Field Sustainment team as an Aircraft Maintenance Unit Associate Manager This position provides the direct management and leadership of an aircraft production team and sets maintenance priorities. Additionally this role will integrate with the host squadron’s leadership and advise host squadron of schedule requirement and production issues as they pertain to the F-35 aircraft at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. What You Will Be Doing • Interfaces with Participant Maintenance Liaisons from F-35 Partner Nations and Foreign Military Sales Services. • Supervises daily maintenance and flying operations including building work shift schedules. • Attends daily maintenance and flight operations meetings as required. • Reviews completed work orders and accomplishes Aircraft Safety of Flight Releases. • Ensures workforce follows appropriate technical instructions, Air Force Instruction 21-101, and local operating instructions. •...

Description: What You Will Be Doing: This Aeronautics Field Sustainment (AFS) role directs all aspects of the F-35 Luke AFB Maintenance and Logistics program. Responsible for coordinating/directing all subordinate, multi-company Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) in all aspects of F-35 sustainment. Acts as the Luke AFB on-site primary customer contact for F-35 sustainment program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss schedule and technical performance. Provides close coordination directly with the field services director, sustainment program management, Luke site lead, US government, and International partners for all F-35 Luke Maintenance planning and execution. Other responsibilities include: • Responsible for the management of the resources required to safely and efficiently plan and execute aircraft maintenance support to include aircraft modifications. • Serves as the primary point of contact with the Luke AFB Government Contract...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer Project Lead Sr Stf for the Simulation & System Labs (SSL) organization which is responsible for delivering high fidelity simulation and HITL test products. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Project Lead Sr Stf you will be responsible for leading the development of system integration laboratory products within a program portfolio, driving technical solutions in a fast‑paced environment. You will partner with program management, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams to ensure technical integrity and successful delivery. Your responsibilities will include: Define project scope, objectives, and deliveries. Lead and manage focus teams on the design, development, and delivery of high‑fidelity simulation/HITL test products. Coordinate and status team tasking. Identify and report technical issues. Develop and manage project schedules, milestones, and cost targets to ensure on‑time, on‑budget...