Aircraft Painter – F-16 Surface Finishing

About the role

The Aircraft Painter F-16 will report to the Program Manager and perform all surface preparation, treatment and painting for the F-16 fleet at Thumrait, Oman. The role includes precise application of paints, lacquers, epoxies, resins and vinyl graphics on aircraft and related equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, treat and paint aircraft components, panels and support equipment using brushes, rollers, spray guns and other devices.
• Mask and cover areas not to be painted and apply vinyl graphics to multiple surfaces.
• Complete documentation using FMS-2026 Form 2, Type 1 and maintain maintenance records.
• Lead, train and mentor other technicians in F-16 paint procedures.

Required profile

• Minimum three (3) years experience as a paint technician with aircraft surface refinishing.
• High school diploma or GED; US citizenship required for facility credentials.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lb and work in a shop environment with fumes and moving equipment.

Required skills

• Surface preparation and painting techniques for military aircraft.
• Application of FMS-2026 Form 2, Type 1 F-16 Have Glass procedures.
• Knowledge of USAF technical orders and military publications.
• Use of spray guns, rollers, brushes and vinyl graphic application.