Aviation Structural Mechanic I

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA is seeking a Structural Mechanic I to assemble and rivet aircraft structures to exacting standards, read blueprints, and maintain detailed records. This role requires basic reading of blueprints, sheetmetal familiarity, and the ability to meet FAA specifications.

The position supports Lean activities and requires safety-conscious, team-oriented work habits. The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, at least 1 year of related

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year related structural assembly experience.
• Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.
• One year experience credit considered for Savannah Tech Aircraft Structures Technical Certificate Program.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations; ensures parts/assembly meet FAA requirements, customer specifications, and Gulfstream standard of quality.
• Rivet structural assemblies and parts, including sheetmetal parts, using all tools required.
• Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, type size and hole pattern for rivets.
• Check all work and ensure a defective free assembly prior to final inspection.
• Maintain and use all logs and records (e.g. MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs). Use resource planning system to enter daily labor against correct Work Order and Item numbers.
• Align and assemble parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area, supports the company 5S Program and complies with all safety regulations.
• Work under moderate supervision on duties and tasks.
• Support Lean Activities.
• Additional Functions .
• Participate in continuous improvement activities (e.g. YIAW, Kaizen events, etc.) .
• Keep shop and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered .
• Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools as assigned by Supervisor .
• Comply with safety rules and procedures .
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Riveting

Sheet metal work

Quality control

Safety compliance

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Aircraft Structures Certificate Program (Savannah Tech)

Tools

Solumina

Smarteam

Job description

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA is seeking a Structural Mechanic I to assemble and rivet aircraft structures to exacting standards, read blueprints, and maintain detailed records. This role requires basic reading of blueprints, sheetmetal familiarity, and the ability to meet FAA specifications.

The position supports Lean activities and requires safety-conscious, team-oriented work habits. The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, at least 1 year of related