Aircraft Structural Design Engineer 2

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA is seeking an Aircraft Structural Design Engineer 2 to develop and sustain the structural definition of Gulfstream aircraft. You will create 3D CAD models and drawings, define form, fit, and function of airframe parts, and support manufacturing from digital definition to assembly.

You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, program, suppliers, and customer support to deliver manufacturing-ready designs on schedule and within budget,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related curriculum.
• 18 months of related engineering experience.
• Experience creating 3D CAD models, drawings, or design projects.
• Fundamental understanding of mechanics, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills across disciplines.
• Clear written and verbal communication of technical concepts.
• Curiosity, humility, initiative, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Develop the structural definition of aircraft parts and assemblies using engineering principles.
• Create and support 3D CAD models and drawings for manufacturing.
• Solve engineering problems involving aircraft structures, materials, and processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to complete designs.
• Participate in design reviews and build-support activities.
• Prepare technical documentation and presentations for suppliers and customers.
• Plan and manage engineering activities to schedules.
• Apply engineering judgment to moderate‑scope problems.

Skills

3D CAD

Engineering fundamentals

Team collaboration

Written & verbal English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA

NX

SolidWorks

Creo

Inventor

Job description

Aircraft Structural Design Engineer 2

Onsite in Savannah, Georgia

See Your Designs Become Part of the Aircraft

Join Gulfstream’s Airframe Structural Design Engineering team and help transform engineering concepts into the parts and assemblies that define our large-cabin aircraft. You’ll use 3D CAD, engineering fundamentals, and hands‑on problem‑solving to develop designs that are ready for manufacturing and support them as they move from digital definition to the aircraft.

Your Opportunity

As an Aircraft Structural Design Engineer 2, you will help develop and sustain the structural definition of Gulfstream aircraft, supporting new product development and improvements to the existing fleet.

You will define the form, fit, and function of airframe parts and assemblies, integrate systems, and select appropriate materials, processes, and finishes. Your work will support manufacturing, service teams, and customers with safe, efficient, high‑quality designs that are manufacturing‑ready, on schedule, and within budget.

Why Gulfstream

At Gulfstream, structural design connects engineering decisions directly to the aircraft we build and support. You’ll work across engineering, manufacturing, programs, suppliers, and customer support, giving you the opportunity to see how structural designs come together throughout the aircraft development and build process.

You’ll contribute to Gulfstream aircraft while developing your expertise through meaningful engineering challenges and a shared commitment to quality, craftsmanship, innovation, continuous improvement, and the customer.

What You Will Do

• Develop the structural definition of aircraft parts and assemblies using structural design engineering principles.


• Create and support 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and design definition needed for manufacturing.


• Solve engineering problems involving aircraft structures, materials, manufacturing processes, and design integration.


• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, program, supplier, and customer support teams to develop and complete designs.


• Participate in design reviews and aircraft build-support activities.


• Support supplier coordination and prepare technical documentation, engineering reports, and presentations.


• Plan, document, track, and manage engineering activities while working to established schedules.


• Apply engineering judgment to technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.

What Success Looks Like

• Develop accurate, high-quality structural designs that are ready to support manufacturing.


• Communicate technical concepts, findings, and recommendations clearly.


• Work effectively across disciplines with curiosity, initiative, humility, and a willingness to learn.


• Apply engineering fundamentals and sound judgment to solve design problems while using appropriate technical guidance and approvals.


• Continuously look for ways to improve processes while maintaining quality and customer requirements.

What You Will Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related curriculum, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.


• 18 months of related engineering experience.


• Demonstrated experience creating 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, or design projects through academic coursework, internships, student organizations, personal projects, or prior work experience.


• Fundamental understanding of engineering principles, including mechanics, materials, manufacturing processes, and design problem‑solving.


• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across disciplines.


• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in written and verbal formats.


• Curiosity, humility, initiative, and a willingness to learn.


• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Experience credit will be considered for related advanced degrees, limited to 2 years for a master’s degree and 4 years for a PhD in a field applicable to the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CAD software such as CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or similar tools.


• Internship, co‑op, undergraduate research, Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Aero Design, Design Build Fly, robotics, or comparable hands‑on engineering experience.


• Familiarity with manufacturing methods, fabrication, or assembly processes.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Engineering or a related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job. 18 months related Engineering experience. Experience credit will be considered for related advance degrees limited to 2 years for Master's and 4 years for PhD in field applicable to the job position.

Position Purpose:

Performs engineering work related to the investigation and the solution of technical problems associated with research, design, development, service and manufacture of Gulfstream aircraft.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Solves typical engineering problems within assigned discipline .


2. Provides technical assistance to engineering staff and contributes to completion of project milestones .


3. Responsible for a complex engineering assignment, or a full project of lesser complexity .


4. Follows established schedules while developing plans for engineering assignments .


5. Obtains appropriate level of supervisor approvals for work accuracy and adequacy .


6. Proficiently applies company/organization policies and procedures .

Additional Functions:

1. Actively works to improve daily processes, and ensures all work meets customer requirements .


2. Maintains a current and up-to-date knowledge of developments and application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in assigned field of expertise .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. The level of technical skills and abilities appropriate for this grade will be established by each discipline.


2. Applies knowledge to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity, using a combination of judgment with defined practices and procedures.


3. Failure to achieve results, or erroneous decisions or recommendations, may cause delays in program schedules and/or allocation of additional resources.


4. Ability to convey technical concepts in both written and verbal formats.


5. Contacts are primarily within the organization, with occasional customer contacts on routine issues.


6. Works under general supervision for routine tasks of minor complexity.


7. With supervision/mentorship, can coordinate the activities for lower level engineering staff.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 236553

Category: Engineering

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 11/12/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly‑owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically‑advanced business jet aircraft

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