Aircraft Painter
A repaint is the most visible work an aircraft ever gets — and one of the most demanding. Avianeer places experienced aircraft painters on repaint, livery and protection projects across Europe, the UK and the Gulf region.
Typical roles we fill
- Full aircraft repaint and livery change projects
- Sealing and corrosion protection work
- Component and sub-assembly painting
- Decal and marking application
- Surface preparation and paint stripping teams
What our clients typically require
- Proven aircraft painting experience (exterior/structural)
- Strong surface preparation skills and knowledge of application standards
- Familiarity with modern basecoat/clearcoat systems
- Experience working from scaffolding and lift platforms
- Respiratory fit testing and health surveillance up to date
- Fluent English; EU/UK work eligibility or willingness to relocate
Contract types
Project contracts (typically 3–12 months), temp-to-perm, and direct permanent placements. Rates depend on qualifications, experience and location — we're transparent about this from the first call.
Current openings
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Frequently asked questions
What experience do I need as an aircraft painter?
Proven exterior aircraft painting experience — surface preparation, modern basecoat/clearcoat systems and application to aerospace standards. Automotive or industrial painting alone is usually not sufficient for full repaint projects.
Are there health requirements?
Yes — respiratory fit testing and the health surveillance required for spray painting must be current. Clients verify this before project start.
How long do repaint projects run?
A single narrowbody repaint takes roughly one to two weeks, but painters are typically contracted for project blocks of several months covering multiple aircraft.
Is work at height involved?
Yes — repaint work is done from scaffolding and lift platforms, so comfort and experience working at height are expected on every project.