Precision in Every Stroke: Join PDS Tech as an Aircraft Painter in Tulsa, OKLocation: Tulsa, OK 74116 (Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (4-Month Contract)
Schedule: Monday–Friday First Shift (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Pay Rate: $45 – $48/hour (commensurate with experience)
Per Diem: $110/week for contractors residing 100+ miles from worksite
Bring Aircraft to Life with Your CraftsmanshipPDS Tech Commercial is seeking a skilled Aircraft Painter to support high-precision painting and surface finishing operations on aircraft and aerospace components. In this role, your attention to detail and technical expertise will directly impact the quality, safety, and appearance of advanced aerospace systems.
What You’ll Do- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications
- Set up and operate paint spraying equipment, robotic spray systems, and manual tools
- Apply primer, protective, and finish coatings to aircraft exteriors and interiors
- Mix and thin paints to exact specifications
- Perform touch-ups, rework, and surface preparation as needed
- Operate chern-mill processing equipment, ovens, furnaces, and quenching tanks
- Conduct anodizing, electroplating, and chemical cleaning of metal parts
- Maintain accurate records of work performed and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
- Collaborate with team members and assist in training or coaching as needed
- Maintain personal certifications and ensure tools/equipment are properly calibrated
What You BringRequired Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of aircraft painting experience
- Ability to work any assigned shift, including overtime and weekends as needed
- Physically able to stand for 8-hour shifts and perform hands-on tasks
- Must pass a painting skills demonstration upon start
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with robotic spray coating systems
- Familiarity with radar-absorptive materials and aerospace-grade finishes
- Skilled in metal and wood fabrication, including use of saws, mills, and lathes
- Comfortable using hand and power tools
- Experience with heat treatment processes and chemical processing of aerospace materials
Why Join Us?At PDS Tech, we connect top-tier talent with the most advanced aerospace programs in the world. When you join our team, you gain:
- Competitive pay and weekly per diem for eligible travelers
- A hands-on role in shaping the look and performance of aircraft
- A collaborative, safety-first environment where your skills are valued
- Opportunities to work with cutting-edge tools and technologies
- A culture that values craftsmanship, precision, and pride in your work
Ready to Make Your Mark?If youre a detail-driven painter with a passion for aerospace and a commitment to quality, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us bring the next generation of aircraft to life—one flawless finish at a time.
Pay Details: $45.00 to $48.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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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
