Coordinated daily operations by developing game plans for crew assignments, ensuring timely deployment to designated hangars. Maintained team motivation and productivity, while effectively communicating with project managers and customers to ensure satisfaction with project progress and quality.
Responsibilities as a Quality Inspector included the following:
Responsibilities as a Quality Inspector included the following:
Performed surface preparation and painting on Phenom and Praetor series aircraft, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. Assisted with laser layout for complex paint schemes to ensure accuracy and consistency. Supported paint correction and finishing processes to deliver high-quality results that met customer and manufacturer specifications.
Prepared and painted aluminum corporate signage featuring a variety of designs, finishes, and coatings. Performed surface cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming to ensure optimal paint adhesion and durability. Applied specialized coatings and finishes according to design specifications, maintaining high standards for quality, appearance, and longevity.
Led daily painting operations by strategically assigning crew tasks and coordinating timely deployment to designated hangars. Maintained high team morale and productivity while ensuring clear communication with project managers and clients. Oversaw surface preparation, masking, priming, and application of coatings on commercial and military aircraft, ensuring compliance with industry standards, technical specifications, and safety protocols.
As an Aircraft Painter on commercial and military aircraft projects, I prepared aircraft surfaces by sanding, stripping, cleaning, and degreasing to ensure optimal coating adhesion. I masked aircraft components according to engineering drawings and technical specifications. I mixed and applied primers, epoxy, polyurethane, and topcoat finishes using HVLP spray guns and other specialized equipment. I performed detailed inspections of completed paint jobs to verify uniformity, color accuracy, and compliance with FAA, OEM, and military standards. I interpreted and followed job cards, blueprints, and technical manuals to ensure accuracy in processes and procedures. I maintained strict adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations, including OSHA and military guidelines. I collaborated with quality control, engineering, and production teams to ensure timely project completion with minimal rework.
Served as an Aircraft Painter for commercial and military aircraft, responsible for preparing surfaces through sanding, stripping, cleaning, and degreasing to promote proper coating adhesion. Applied masking materials precisely in accordance with engineering drawings and technical specifications. Expertly mixed and applied primers, epoxy, polyurethane, and topcoat finishes utilizing HVLP spray equipment and specialized tools. Conducted thorough inspections of painted surfaces to ensure consistency, color accuracy, and compliance with FAA, OEM, and military standards. Interpreted job cards, blueprints, and technical manuals to maintain procedural accuracy. Ensured compliance with all safety protocols and environmental regulations, including OSHA and military standards. Collaborated effectively with quality control, engineering, and production teams to meet project deadlines while minimizing rework.
Aircraft Experience:
Painted and maintained a diverse fleet including Boeing 717, 737 (including Max series), 747, 757, 777, P-8, and C40; Airbus A300; Bombardier CRJ 700/900; Embraer 175, Phenom 100/300, Praetor 500/600; DHC Dash-8; Lockheed C-130 and P-3; and McDonnell Douglas MD-80/90