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**Description:** Job Description :

WHAT WE'RE DOING

At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, we are at the forefront of designing and manufacturing advanced helicopters for both commercial and military missions\. Our Aerostructures group, based in Stratford, CT, is dedicated to the structural assembly of our fixed\-wing aircraft\. We are committed to innovation, excellence, and delivering top\-quality products to our customers\.

THE WORK

\- Follow specifications, drawings, operations sheets and specific instructions to prepare surfaces and spray paint to produce high grade finishes on aircraft and parts\.

\- Follow prescribed procedures and process specification outline and maintain certification for media blasting aircraft, parts and assemblies\.

\- Plan and perform Rockhard Coating process utilizing all tools necessary for process including oven\.

\- Prepare and apply filler compounds to build up or fill holes, dents, scratches, breaks, joints or other surface flaws; shape, smooth and blend filler material to surrounding surface using floats, rasps, sanders, buffers, and other hand or power tools\.

\- Follow prescribed procedures for the application of primers, undercoats and finishes to achieve uniform coverage, proper blending, etc\., within thickness and weight limitation specified\.

\- Follow best practices of the trade to spray smooth, even coats while working from scaffolding, staging, stands, creeper, etc\., insuring specified coverage on areas not easily accessible\.

\- Correct for any adverse conditions affecting spray operations such as humidity, temperatures, improper pressures, etc\.

\- Follow drawings and specifications to layout and paint customers’ identification and distinctive insignia, and to prepare and apply pounce patterns, decalcomania, stencils and other marking and identifying data\.

\- Perform any necessary repair operations to attain required flawless high grade surface finish, such as sand, scuff, rub, and blend out scratches, correct for sags, runs, orange\-peel, blisters, blush and other imperfections\.

\- Occasionally, as work flow demands, direct up to five helpers in the preparation of aircraft for paint, masking, taping, stripping, caulking, touch up, etc\.

\- Follow all rules and regulations pertaining to environmental health and safety\.

\- Contribute to the overall effectiveness of equipment by performing operator required upkeep\.

\- Segregate waste material and follow good housekeeping practices\.

\- Refer only unusual situations to Working Leader or Foreman\.

WHO WE ARE

Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, is a world leader in the aerospace industry\. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation, excellence, and delivering cutting\-edge solutions to our customers\. Our team is passionate about aviation and dedicated to creating advanced helicopters and aircraft that meet the highest standards of quality and performance\.

WHO YOU ARE

As an A/C Painter Sprayer, you will plan and perform a variety of operations to prepare and paint parts, assemblies, installations and complete aircraft to produce an aerodynamically smooth and flawless surface appearance\. You will also plan and reform Rockhard Coating, media blasting, and subsequent cleaning operations to repair surfaces for the applications of desired finishes\.

WHY JOIN US

Joining Sikorsky means becoming part of a team that is dedicated to innovation and excellence\. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting\-edge projects in the aerospace industry, with access to continuous development and growth opportunities\. We offer a collaborative and dynamic work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact\. Additionally, you will benefit from a competitive compensation and benefits package\. As part of our team, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of aviation\.

Basic Qualifications:

\- Requires thorough knowledge of shop practices including techniques employed in media blasting, metal finishing and painting\.

\- Ability to read drawing and follow engineering specifications as well as , knowledge of a the application of paints and metal finishes

\- Experience 2 to 3 years of professional career experience

Desired Skills:

\- Equivalent to 4 years of high school plus 2 to 3 years trades training\.

**Clearance Level:** None

Other Important Information You Should Know

**Expression of Interest:** By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match\. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings\.

**Ability to Work Remotely:** Onsite Full\-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility\.

**Work Schedules:** Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees\. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed\. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits\.

**Schedule for this Position:** Standard Monday to Friday 40 hour work week

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer\. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics\.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 \- 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration\.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges\. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work\.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility\. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work\. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility\.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role\. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications\.

**Experience Level:** Hourly/Non\-Exempt

**Business Unit:** RMS

**Relocation Available:** No

**Career Area:** Manufacturing

**Type:** Full\-Time

**Shift:** Second