Final Line Mechanic II

General Dynamics Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA seeks an experienced aerospace mechanic to assemble, install and adjust aircraft structure parts and system components. You will rig cables, control surfaces, landing gear, doors, engines, and related hardware using precision tools.

3+ years aerospace or equivalent mechanical experience is required; A&P license preferred. Must read blueprints and safely perform repairs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3 years aerospace/aviation experience or equivalent mechanical experience such as auto mechanics, heavy equipment, etc.
• A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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 system components, cut and fit system lines and associated hardware necessary to facilitate and perform 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 guages, etc. and tools to successfully complete component and perform minor structure installation.
• Assist in troubleshooting mechanical and structural problems to facilitate and perform basic repairs.
• Update and sign required logs and records as required.
• Check own work and may be required to check work of junior mechanics 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.

Job description

• 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 system components, cut and fit system lines and associated hardware necessary to facilitate and perform 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 guages, etc. and tools to successfully complete component and perform minor structure installation.
• Assist in troubleshooting mechanical and structural problems to facilitate and perform basic repairs.
• Update and sign required. logs and records as required.
• Check own work and may be required. to check work of junior mechanics 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:

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

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small-space restricted areas and lift up to 50 lbs.
• 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.
• Must be skilled in close tolerance work and have knowledge of use of special tools and ability to perform close tolerance work such as drilling, reaming, ship fitting parts, etc.
• Ability to operate hydraulic mule pumps, fixtures, and jigs.

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

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 3 years aerospace/aviation experience or equivalent mechanical experience such as auto mechanics, heavy equipment, etc. A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license preferred.

Position Purpose:

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

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 system components, cut and fit system lines and associated hardware necessary to facilitate and perform 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 guages, etc. and tools to successfully complete component and perform minor structure installation.
• Assist in troubleshooting mechanical and structural problems to facilitate and perform basic repairs.
• Update and sign required. logs and records as required.
• Check own work and may be required. to check work of junior mechanics 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:

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

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small-space restricted areas and lift up to 50 lbs.
• 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.
• Must be skilled in close tolerance work and have knowledge of use of special tools and ability to perform close tolerance work such as drilling, reaming, ship fitting parts, etc.
• Ability to operate hydraulic mule pumps, fixtures, and jigs.

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

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 237424

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 11/27/2026

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.