Aircraft Painter
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Skilled worker who applies paint to the exterior of aircraft to maintain rust prevention and aesthetics.
Description
Aircraft painters are specialists who apply coatings to the aircraft's exterior panels and parts, considering rust prevention, weather resistance, and design aesthetics. The work includes surface preparation (cleaning, sandblasting, masking), primer application, color painting, clear coating, curing processes, and final inspection. Aircraft paints are lightweight with excellent weather resistance and fire retardancy, requiring safe handling of organic solvents and operation of painting booth environmental equipment. Strict quality control and adherence to procedures are essential, collaborating with mechanics and quality assurance departments to perform tasks accurately.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the aviation industry and strengthening of environmental regulations, demand for high-quality, low-environmental-impact painting technologies will increase. There is stable demand for skilled workers, but acquiring skills to adapt to advancing automation is required.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good Team Player / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Painter → Painter → Senior Painter → Team Leader → Quality Control and Inspector
Required Skills
Masking Techniques / Paint Mixing / Painting Techniques / Painting Techniques (Painting Booth Operation) / Safety and Health Management / Surface Preparation
Recommended Skills
CAD Drawing Interpretation / Color Measurement / Environmental Regulation Knowledge / Reading English Technical Documents / Scaffolding Work
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because uneven painting or scratches are not allowed. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and handling of heavy equipment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is low as it follows specified designs. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because it requires accurately performing instructed tasks. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Basically follows instructions for paint mixing, etc. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operator
- Organic Solvent Work Supervisor
- Painting Skills Technician (Grade 2/1)
Aliases
- Aircraft Body Painter
- Aircraft Painter
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