Aircraft Component Technician II

Gulfstream Aerospace; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Aircraft Component Technician II to join their team in St. Louis. This role involves repairing and overhauling aircraft assemblies and components, ensuring compliance with stringent standards. The ideal candidate will have experience with flight controls, electrical systems, and precision tools, contributing to the safety and reliability of aircraft operations. With a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to employee development, this opportunity offers a dynamic work environment where your skills can make a significant impact. Join a team dedicated to excellence in aviation maintenance!

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Plan

Adoption Assistance

Prepaid Legal Services

Accident Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in sheet metal and electrical systems.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and engineering documents.

Responsibilities

• Repair and overhaul aircraft assemblies and components.
• Perform repairs of mechanical and electrical assemblies.
• Maintain paperwork in accordance with FAA Repair Station requirements.

Skills

Flight Controls Experience

Troubleshooting Electrical Systems

Fabrication and Repair of Sheet Metal

Soldering Skills

Blueprint Interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Precision Measuring Tools

Glass Bead Machines

Carboblast Machines

Job description

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Position Details

Aircraft Component Technician II in GAC St. Louis

Unique Skills

Ideal candidate would have previous experience working on flight controls.

Compensation

The compensation range for this role is $27.71 - $32.33 per hour. Final compensation will depend on qualifications, knowledge, skills, education, experience, and location.

Benefits

Gulfstream offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance plan
• Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. Must be able to interpret blueprints, engineering documents, and use precision measuring tools. Proficient in operating all departmental tools and equipment, including glass bead & carboblast machines. Basic understanding of shop math. Minimum of 2 years' experience in areas such as sheet metal, hydraulic overhaul, electrical/electronic harness buildup, troubleshooting electrical systems, battery servicing, APU removal, installation, and servicing.

Position Purpose

Under moderate supervision, repair and overhaul aircraft assemblies, subassemblies, and components according to Gulfstream standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Apply skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and equipment relevant to the area of specialization.
• Perform repairs of mechanical and electrical assemblies, including removal, repair, replacement, and fabrication of parts, ensuring conformance to maintenance data and repair station requirements.
• Set up, maintain, and operate test equipment for functional and operational testing of aircraft components.
• Inspect parts to meet conformity requirements.
• Remove skins and related components on flight controls and secondary structures, and reinstall parts.
• Demonstrate effective repair techniques, troubleshooting, soldering, and applying protective coatings.
• Maintain paperwork in accordance with FAA Repair Station requirements.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow all environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Lay out, remove, fabricate, and install repairs on flight controls and secondary structures.
• Fabricate and repair sheet metal and mechanical parts using various techniques.
• Remove and install APUs and perform all related maintenance.
• Fabricate and repair wiring and electrical assemblies, including splicing and soldering.
• Utilize training and tools for troubleshooting electrical systems.
• Assist in training and instruct other technicians.
• Resolve routine questions and refer complex issues to higher levels.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 226341

Category: Service Center

Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 05/30/2025

Gulfstream is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not sponsor work visas unless currently sponsored.

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