CARC Paint Specialist for Patriot Equipment

The CARC Paint Specialist performs daily painting operations of the Chemical Agent Resistive Coating (CARC) Paint. Responsibilities include day-to-day operations required to accomplish a wide variety of tasks related to the preparation and painting of Patriot ground support equipment to military standards. CARC painters also implement corrosion/process control and finishing systems engineering to ensure the methods quality materials/materials treatment are consistent with processes developed by Raytheon to restore and enhance Patriot equipment capability. Must have demonstrated proficiency in the use and operation of commercial blast equipment utilized in the preparation of aluminum and steel surfaces as well as the use and operation of commercial paint equipment utilized in the application of pre-treatment, primer and CARC paint. Must observe and follow all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment. Perform other duties and activities as directed. The CARC Paint Specialist will participate in all systems associated with the RSADF. Provides technical and engineering advice to the Director (administration/department). Participates in the implementation of preventive maintenance at all maintenance levels. Prepares areas to be painted by removing all old CARC paint, cleaning and priming surfaces and spray new CARC painting for the HAWK and Patriot equipment and related components to military specifications. Participates in opening/closing of job orders and on-the-job training (OJT). Applies approved engineering changes. Enforce RSADF approved safety policies and procedures. Performs additional and related unspecified tasks by the beneficiary.

This position is based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

What You Will Do

• Prepare the paint spraying facilities as well as the surfaces to be painted
• Remove old paint and lay the primer on surfaces
• Spray paint all Air Defense Forces systems equipment and associated elements
• Apply the necessary putties and other finishing / body works when needed
• Participate in On-the-Job Training (OJT) when needed
• Perform other required work in the same field

Qualifications You Must Have

• Associate degree in Painting and Body Works from an accredited foreign or local college or institute or high School Certificate with courses in Painting and Body Works.
• A minimum of 8 years relevant experience in the field of using paint ovens, sandblasting devices, and CARC coatings is preferred.