Final Line Mechanic I

General Dynamics Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation seeks a skilled mechanic to install and align aircraft structure parts and systems in a team setting. You will rig control cables, landing gear, doors, engines, and other components, ensuring high quality and conformance to specifications.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, and at least 1 year in aerospace or equivalent mechanical experience; an A&P license may offset experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year aerospace/aviation experience or equivalent mechanical experience.
• A&P license may offset the one year of experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and adjust aircraft structure parts and system components.
• Rig control cables, sectors, linkages, control surfaces, landing gear and doors, engines, cowls, etc.
• Remove and replace linkage, sectors, components, and hardware to facilitate repairs.
• Ensure installations meet requirements and perform necessary rework.
• Install system lines, valves, ducts and related parts; aim for leak-free systems.
• Update and sign required logs and records as required.
• Maintain neat work area and comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Mechanical background

Hand tools proficiency

Blueprint reading

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

A&P license offset experience

Tools

Solumina

Smarteam

Job description

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the worlds finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

Mechanical background and experience utilizing multiple hand tools.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 1 year aerospace/aviation experience or equivalent mechanical experience such as auto mechanics, heavy equipment, etc. A&P license may offset the one year of experience required.

Position Purpose:

In a team oriented work environment, install parts and components, lines, cables, etc. in area assigned using required. tools and appropriate prints, specs, and operational requirements to complete work assigned through final inspection and assure conformance to specifications.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Assemble, install, and adjust aircraft structure parts and system components. Rig control cables, sectors, linkages, control surfaces, landing gear and doors, engines, cowls, aircraft entry doors and associated parts and hardware.
• Remove and replace linkage, sectors, components, cut and fit system lines and associated hardware necessary to facilitate and perform basic repairs.
• Responsible for quality and efficiency of all installations; ensure all parts/assembly meet requirements. Perform necessary rework to ensure installations meet conformity.
• Install systems lines, valves, ducts and associated parts and hardware. Work to ensure a leak free system.
• Use a variety of tools and equipment, including permaswage pumps, dies, line cutting tools, wrenches, checking tools, witness gauges, etc. and tools to successfully complete component and perform minor structure installation.
• Remove and replace, cut and fit systems lines, panels and structural components and associated hardware necessary t o facilitate and perform basic repairs.
• Update and sign required. logs and records as required.
• Check own work to ensure a defect free installation prior to final inspection.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area, support the company FOD and 5S programs and comply with all safety regulations.
• Demonstrate Gulfstream Manufacturing competencies in the employee effectiveness review.
• Maintain and use all logs and records such as MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs, etc.
• Support continuous improvement processes as assigned. .

Additional Functions:

• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Solumina and Smarteam experience preferred.
• Requires ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams and use all tools required. to do the job.
• Ability to perform work such as basic drilling, reaming, ship fitting parts, etc.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small-space restricted areas and lift up to 50 lbs.

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

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 236798

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 10/20/2026

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

Gulfstream designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft.