Aircraft Painter
Basel, BS, CH, 4030
Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,500 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.
Position Summary
Jet Aviation Basel operates one of the world’s leading VIP aircraft paint facilities. In our completions centre, we paint new Gulfstream G700s and other business jets to the highest standard in the industry – full liveries, complex designs and flawless finishes. We are growing our paint team and looking for painters who take pride in their work.
Your mission
- Prepare aircraft surfaces: cleaning, sanding and masking
- Mix and apply primers, basecoats and topcoats using various techniques, delivering flawless coverage and finish
- Perform paint repairs, color matching and polishing to the highest standard
- Prepare and apply livery stencils, lettering, decals and insignias
- Work to OEM specifications and internal quality standards, with documented inspection gates
Your profile
- Proven experience as a painter with a good understanding of different techniques and materials, preferably in the aviation, automotive or railway industry
- Sound knowledge of paint preparation, mixing and application processes
- Skilled in paint repairs, color matching and polishing
- Familiar with paint-related products and manufacturers
- Quality-driven with strong attention to detail – you’d rather do it right than do it twice
- Able to work independently or as part of a team, to deadlines, in a delivery-critical environment
- Comfortable working at height on lifts and scaffolding
- Comprehensive English skills – any other language is a plus
What we offer you
- An exciting and challenging job in a dynamic environment
- Work on the newest business aircraft in the industry, in a modern completions facility
- Structured onboarding and paid training, including manufacturer and product courses
- Various opportunities for professional and personal development, with a clear career path
- Competitive salary and company bonus program
- Swiss employment conditions, benefits and company perks
- Support with relocation for international candidates
If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging and innovative working environment and your profile matches our requirements, we are looking forward to receiving your online application in English.