About the Role
JMC Aviation is recruiting experienced Aircraft Painters to support aircraft painting, coating and sealing activities in Sigonella, Italy.
This opportunity requires candidates with strong hands-on aircraft painting and surface finishing experience, with the ability to work on both metal and composite aircraft components.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out surface preparation and finishing of metal and composite aircraft parts
Apply conversion coatings, primers and exterior finish paints to aluminium aircraft components
Carry out aircraft paint and coating applications in accordance with relevant specifications
Measure and control paint/coating thickness
Carry out preparation activities including masking and surface preparation
Carry out sealant applications where required
Complete paint and coating work on removed aircraft components
Carry out localised paint repairs and finishing directly on the aircraft
Work safely at height and use PLE/platform lifts where required
Ensure all work is completed in accordance with technical documentation, quality procedures and aerospace standards
Candidate Requirements
Certified to both PS-02-ARP and PS-07-ARP for paint/coatings and sealants
Previous hands-on aircraft painting and surface finishing experience
Experience working with metal and composite aircraft components
Experience applying conversion coatings, primers and exterior finish paints
Experience working with aluminium aircraft structures/components
Ability to measure and control paint thickness




Trained and competent to work at height and/or use PLE/platform lifts
Mandatory courses, kept current: FOD, HF, SMS, MAL/NAM, EWIS, FTS, MMOE and MANMAN.
Right to work in the EU
Previous military aircraft experience
Experience within an aircraft production environment
Experience carrying out both production and maintenance/MRO painting activities
Why Work with JMC Aviation?
At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services, training for airlines, MROs, OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations.
With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles - contract or permanent.
Industry-leading compliance support
Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
Dedicated recruitment consultant
Placements across the globe
Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector
Compliance & Equal Opportunities
JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace.
All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality or background.
We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.
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