Aerospace Paint Sprayer

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Salary: £16.00 - £18.51 Per Hour – Depending on Experience.

Location:

Exeter EX2.

Schedule:

Monday to Thursday, 8:00am – 5:00pm;
Friday, 8:00am – 1:00pm.

The company proudly finishes a wide range of Commercial, Aerospace, and Defence components to the highest industry standards. Due to continued success and growth, they have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Aerospace Paint Sprayer to join their skilled finishing team.

They are looking for an experienced Aerospace Paint Sprayer to join their Exeter team and help deliver outstanding finishes for their clients.

• Spray aerospace components to exacting standards and tight tolerances
• Prepare and mask components accurately, when required
• Mix and prepare paint systems safely and efficiently
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas
• Complete job cards, work instructions, and associated paperwork

• Previous experience in aerospace paint spraying – essential
• Proven ability to work accurately within tight tolerances
• Competent in completing all associated paperwork
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficient in using DFTs, WFTs, Surface Profile Gauges, and other measurement tools – essential
• Experience with IRR and CARC products
• NADCAP experience
• Familiarity with AS9100 standards

• On-site parking
• Free parking
• Flexible holiday booking for days off
• Holiday bookable by the hour
• Flexible holiday booking for days off
• Holiday bookable by the hour

Shortlisted candidates will complete a short practical skills test to demonstrate expertise. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in aerospace coatings within a respected, NADCAP‑accredited company.

Experience with aerospace or small precision components is preferred due to the specialist nature of the work. Applicants from automotive or bodyshop backgrounds are welcome to apply, though the role may be better suited to those with aerospace‑specific experience. If you are an automotive paint sprayer with no aerospace experience but do have experience working on small or detailed components, please make sure to clearly outline this in your application and CV.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.