Final Line Mechanic III

General Dynamics Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA is seeking an experienced aircraft installer to perform complex installations, repairs, and tests in a team environment. You will utilize prints, specifications, and engineering orders to complete work through final inspection, training other team members as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 5 years in aerospace or equivalent mechanical experience, and preferred A&P license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5 years aerospace/aviation experience or equivalent mechanical experience.
• A&P license preferred.
• 2 years Gulfstream aircraft experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex aircraft installations, repairs, or tests ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Manage parts and disposition at assigned station with proper documentation.
• Instruct teammates on blueprints and engineering orders; develop methods to resolve installation issues.
• Coordinate work with other departments to ensure smooth workflow.
• Ensure quality and efficiency of own installations; repair as needed to meet conformity.
• Use tools and equipment to complete component installations; troubleshoot mechanical issues.

Skills

A&P license

Gulfstream experience

Aviation industry experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Solumina

Smarteam

Job description

High School Diploma or GED required. 5 years aerospace/aviation experience or equivalent mechanical experience such as auto mechanics, heavy equipment, etc. Two (2) years Gulfstream aircraft experience preferred.. A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license preferred.

Position Purpose:

In a team oriented work environment, perform aircraft installation of 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. Train other team members in methods and procedures. May serve as an acting Team Coordinator as required.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Perform the most complex structure or aircraft installations, repairs, rework or tests, requiring familiarity with all functions of components and systems to be installed; ensure all parts/assembly meet requirements.
• By using proper documentation and control, manage all parts and disposition of parts in assigned work station.
• Instruct and assist other team members in interpretation of blueprints, drawings, and engineering orders; develop methods and shop aids to resolve production installation difficulties and problems.
• Coordinate work with other departments to ensure smooth workflow.
• Responsible for quality and efficiency of own installations; make repairs per discrepant material tags, material review request; performs necessary work to ensure installations meet conformity.
• Use a variety of tools and equipment to successfully complete component installation.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and structural problems.
• Update and sign required. logs and records as required.
• May be required. to plan and organize workloads and resource requirements.
• 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 use mathematical formulas by solving dimensional; problems using fractions, decimals and whole numbers.
• Thorough knowledge in the use of multiple measuring devices, demonstrated ability to use within specified tolerance.
• Production Quality training.
• Solumina and Smarteam experience preferred.
• Requires ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.
• 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. Must be able to use all tools required. to do the job.
• Ability to operate hydraulic mule pumps, tools, fixtures, and jigs.
• 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: 236573

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 10/30/2026

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.