1. Demonstrate knowledge of workplace policies, procedures, etc.
2. Exhibit proficiency of reading and comprehending aircraft manual, technical order and paperwork procedures.
3. Work safely around equipment.
4. Follow workplace safety plans; use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
5. Gain awareness of hazardous materials handling and disposal procedures.
6. Follow OSHA Safety procedures when using equipment and materials such as manlifts, Self-Retracting Lifelines (SRLs), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), etc.

1. Demonstrate knowledge and application of multiple masking materials such as solvent resistant, high performance, heat resistant, foil, etc.
2. Utilize masking methods appropriate for processes and airframes.
3. Demask the aircraft and properly handle/dispose of contaminated materials.
4. Perform a full masking procedure to aircraft manufacturer or customer standards.

1. Utilize stripping methods appropriate based on the make, model, and specifications of the aircraft, by referencing the General Maintenance Manual
2. Remove stripper and wash the aircraft.
3. Clean up contaminated materials and supplies per the Department of Environment Conservation (DEC) and other regulatory guidance.
4. Perform a full stripping procedure to aircraft manufacturer or customer standards.

1. Utilize chemical washing methods appropriate based on the make, model, and specifications of the aircraft.
2. Exhibit an understanding for the application of chemical soaps designed for metals that dissolve the greases, trichloroethylene’s, and lubricants
3. Comprehend and troubleshoot the water breaking process to determine if the skin of the airframe is clean referencing the ASTM-F22 handbook.
4. Perform full chemical wash procedures to aircraft manufacturer or customer standards.

1. Identify type of sandpaper required to smooth the different surfaces of the aircraft.
2. Sand aircraft surfaces such as windows and rivets.
3. Perform full sanding procedures to aircraft manufacturer or customer standards.

1. Inspect materials, becoming proficient in understanding the differences and common applications in order to effectively repair aircraft surfaces.
2. Learn and employ composite processes that include mixing ratios, application of filler, filler primer, and sanding of filler.
3. Refinish composite filled areas.
4. Perform full composite procedures to aircraft manufacturer or customer standards.

1. Mask for Priming, understanding the proper materials for masking different surface metals and materials of the aircraft.
2. Reference manual to mix primer to the correct specification of the aircraft.
3. Set up and clean-up of equipment.
4. Execute the application of the primers.
5. Perform full priming procedures to aircraft manufacturer or customer standards.

1. Mask and tape for line work.
2. Prepare such sanding and cleaning application area.
3. Demonstrate gun selection and spray techniques for stripes.
4. Perform full paint striping procedures to aircraft manufacturer or customer standards.

1. Effectively exhibit spraying techniques which includes conventional, airless, electrostatic, HVLP (high volume/low pressure sprayer), etc.
2. Troubleshoot paint issues; “fish eyes”, runs, wrinkling, bleeding, sags, orange peel, solvent popping, sand scratches, peeling, pinholes, etc.
3. Mix paints according to manual or customer request.
4. Perform full aircraft painting procedures to aircraft manufacturer or customer standards.

1. Perform demask process; remove masks, decals, and patterns.
2. Identify blemishes and paint non-conformances.
3. Perform touch up process.
4. Complete repair processes of decal, tail numbers, etc.
5. Complete blending process specific to aircraft; referenced in manual.
6. Execute polishing process specific to aircraft; referenced in manual.
7. Perform full masking detailing procedures to aircraft manufacturer or customer standards.

1. Interpret drawings and renderings.
2. Apply fine line tape for layout for painted graphics on aircraft.
3. Apply decals and paint masks.
4. Perform full mapping and layout procedures to aircraft manufacturer or customer standards.

1. Read customer or OEM graphics renderings.
2. Utilize graphics software to create decals, tail numbers, etc.
3. Map and measure the appropriate placement on aircraft.
4. Mask and tape for painted markings.
5. Perform full placard and marking procedures to aircraft manufacturer or customer standards.

1. General Workplace Safety 2. First Aid & CPR (minimum 6.5 hours every 3 years) 3. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 4. Sexual Harassment Prevention Training – must comply with section 201-g of the Labor Law 5. Right-to-Know/Safety Data Sheets (SDS) 6. Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LO/TO) 7. HAZWOPER Training – 40 hours (optional) 8. Standard Practices and Aircraft Safety 9. Fire Safety 10. Waste Disposal 11. Walking on Aircraft

1. Basic Mathematics and trade-specific math 2. Aircraft Anatomy and Terminology 3. Taxing, Towing, Jacking and Leveling Aircraft 4. International Council of Aeronautical Sciences (ICAS) (Maintenance Manuals, Structural Repair Manuals, Service Bulletins, Service Letters) 5. Paint Manufacturer Documents (Product Data Sheets, Safety Data Sheets) 6. Airworthiness Directives and Advisory Circulars 7. Air Transport Association (ATA) Codes 8. Forms and Record (FAA and Customer record entries) 9. Approved Vendor List 10. Aircraft Manuals and locations on aircraft 11. Composite Types 12. Delamination

1. Identification of Corrosion 2. Protection against Corrosion a. Aircraft Painter Equipment and Troubleshooting i. Low Volume Low Pressure (LVHP) Sprayers, High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) Sprayers, HTE (High Transfer Efficient) Spray gun, Electrostatic, Airless ii. Pressure Pots iii. Compressors iv. Equipment Troubleshooting v. Equipment Maintenance vi. Equipment Clean-up b. Surface Preparation i. Corrosion Removal ii. Paint Removal iii. Cleaning iv. Conversion Coatings v. Masking c. Paint Materials, Application and Finish Techniques i. Types of Paints, Primers, Topcoat, Coatings, Tape, Paper, Cleaning Chemicals ii. Mixing Paint iii. Application Methods (Brush, Dipped, Sprayed) iv. Spray gun Patterns v. Paint Defects vi. Finish Techniques (Feathering and compatibility) d. Markings and Quality Control i. Identification Markings (FAR Part 45) ii. Masking for markings and trim iii. Quality Control and Inspection iv. Control Surface Rebalancing