Lab Test - Aircraft Technician II

General Dynamics Corporation; Savannah, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA is seeking an Lab Test - Aircraft Technician II to perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on aircraft systems and structures with minimal supervision.

The role requires FAA A&P certification, 2 years of aviation maintenance experience (or 4 years with 2 years on mid/large aircraft), a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver's license. You will coordinate with teams, ensure quality, and support flight test activities as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate required.
• 2 years of aviation maintenance experience or 4 years of aviation maintenance experience including 2 years on mid/large aircraft required.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments. Perform complex aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with MTL, STM, and the Inspection Department to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements. Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, and other paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. Assist as needed with shift turnovers.
• Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
• Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely.
• Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic mules, hydraulic lift platforms, tow tugs, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.).
• Coordinate, accomplish, and assist with aircraft movement in hangar and ramp areas.
• Provide training to less experienced technicians.
• Protect customer property (PTP).
• Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags. Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered.
• Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility.
• Properly use and maintain Company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use.
• Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
• Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign-offs, and to charge labor to correct work orders.
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Working knowledge of the FAA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures.

Skills

Lab Test experience

Water Jet operation

Aircraft hydraulics knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Catia

Smarteam

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Lab Test - Aircraft Technician II

Date: Sep 11, 2026

Location: Savannah, GA, US

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Lab Test - Aircraft Technician II in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills

one year Gulfstream Lab Test experience required. Catia and Smarteam experience preferred. Water Jet operation experience preferred. knowledge of aircraft hydraulics preferred.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate and 2 years of aviation maintenance experience or 4 years of aviation maintenance experience to include 2 years of experience working on mid/large size aircraft required. Valid Drivers License required.

Position Purpose: Under minimal supervision, performs inspections, maintenance, and repairs of moderate to advanced complexity on aircraft systems and structures.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions:

• Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments. Perform complex aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with MTL, STM, and the Inspection Department to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements. Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, and other paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. Assist as needed with shift turnovers.
• Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
• Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely.
• Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic mules, hydraulic lift platforms, tow tugs, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.).
• Coordinate, accomplish, and assist with aircraft movement in hangar and ramp areas.
• Provide training to less experienced technicians.
• Protect customer property (PTP).

Additional Functions:

• Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags. Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered.
• Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility.
• Properly use and maintain Company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use.
• Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
• Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign-offs, and to charge labor to correct work orders.
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Working knowledge of the FAA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures.

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

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 235729

Category: Service Center

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 09/25/2026

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.

Company Profile

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.

Nearest Major Market

Savannah

Job Segment

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