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At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Painter Spray A -Major Assemblies to join our Joint and Installation team in Everett and Renton, Washington. As a Painter Spray A - Major Assemblies, you will be essential in ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in the painting process for our aircraft. Your role will involve collaborating with team members to complete painting assignments while meticulously preparing surfaces to guarantee proper adhesion and finish. You will utilize various paint materials and techniques, including both spray and brush methods, to achieve flawless results that meet inspection requirements. Your attention to detail will be critical as you clean and service equipment, mask areas for painting, and coordinate with safety and environmental teams to ensure a compliant work environment. Additionally, you will operate automated spray equipment and curing ovens, monitoring conditions to maintain optimal performance throughout the painting process. You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in aviation. Position Responsibilities: Collaborate with employees of varying classifications to ensure the completion of painting assignments for aircraft, missiles, or space vehicles. Perform touch-up and pickup painting using both spray and brush techniques, adhering to inspection requirements. Prepare surfaces to ensure proper adhesion, including corrosion removal and paint stripping as needed. Prepare various paint materials, such as primers, enamels, and lacquers, according to specifications. Clean and service spray guns, paint tanks, brushes, hoses, and related equipment after use. Mask and unmask areas to facilitate corrosion removal or painting operations. Set up all necessary equipment and supplies for painting operations, including fall protection and protective equipment. Coordinate with safety, environmental, and fire organizations to ensure the shop is prepared for painting operations. Operate automated spray equipment, such as robots, for preparation and painting tasks. Operate curing ovens and monitor related equipment to ensure compliance with specifications, including temperature and humidity. Monitor and maintain time-sensitive materials and processes throughout the painting operation. Support customer inspections as required and screen work instructions to ensure proper workflow. Apply decals, part markings, and wrap finished parts or assemblies as required. Recognize and report any discrepancies or malfunctions in equipment or processes per established procedures. Obtain and maintain necessary certifications and qualifications for the role, and perform established autonomous maintenance as needed. Physical Demands and Potential Hazards: Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs. Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting. Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants. Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards. Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions. Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via “Find Jobs” in Boeing/Workday will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP (Quality Through Training Program). Aerospace Technician and Mechanic Aptitude Virtual Job Tryout: To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration. Basic Qualifications: 1+ years of experience in prepping, cleaning, and painting various surfaces in industrial, commercial, or academic settings. 1+ years of experience using various types of paint equipment and applicators, such as HVLP, pneumatic, electrostatic, and others. 1+ years of experience mixing paints. 1+ years experience utilizing and following detailed work instructions, reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and specifications. 1+ years of experience handling chemicals and/or hazardous materials Experience working from heights & using fall protection equipment with weight limitations. Preferred Qualifications: 1+ year of experience performing aircraft or autobody painting and finishing operations. Completed 1+ year of autobody paint/collision repair in high school or community and technology college academic program. Typical Education & Experience: High school graduate or GED preferred. Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. Union Representation Statement: This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement. Shift Work Statement: This position is for a variety of shifts Total Rewards & Pay Transparency: At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range: $25.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $54.76/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement. Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 23, 2026 Language Requirements English Preferred Relocation This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Shift This position is for variable shift Equal Opportunity Employer: Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.