Lead Aircraft Component Technician - CNC/Mill/Lathe

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace in Savannah, GA is seeking a Senior Aircraft Component Technician for Conventional or CNC to repair and overhaul internal and external aircraft assemblies in accordance with GAC Repair Station requirements.

The role requires setup and operation of mills and lathes (3-5 axis), reading blueprints and CAD models, and training junior machinists. Proficiency with shop math and licenses preferred; travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; FAA Repair Station knowledge preferred.
• A&P license, FCC license or NCATT certification preferred.
• Ability to read & interpret blueprints, engineering documents, CMP data, CBs and ASCs.
• Proficiency with tools and shop math; strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Set up conventional and CNC machines (Mills 3–Axis to 5-Axis and Lathes) and select tools.
• Read blueprints and CAD models to guide repairs and overhauls.
• Perform complex machining tasks and inspect parts for conformance.
• Train junior machinists and maintain precision measuring tools.
• Maintain shop math skills, perform weight/balance checks with FAA forms.
• Provide technical support to Customer Support Coordinators and QC.

Skills

Leadership

Technical guidance

Blueprint reading

CAD interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

A&P license

FCC license

NCATT certification

Tools

Conventional/CNC machines

Job description

Gulfstream Aerospace in Savannah, GA is seeking a Senior Aircraft Component Technician for Conventional or CNC to repair and overhaul internal and external aircraft assemblies in accordance with GAC Repair Station requirements.

The role requires setup and operation of mills and lathes (3-5 axis), reading blueprints and CAD models, and training junior machinists. Proficiency with shop math and licenses preferred; travel up to 25% may be required.