Lead Aircraft Systems Craftsperson

Gulfstream Aerospace; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,928 - 55,889; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Employee assistance

Voluntary programs

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace is seeking a Master Craftsperson to act as a technical expert for complex installations and repairs in the GAC St. Louis facility.

You will perform precise manufacturing and assembly tasks, troubleshoot tooling and aircraft systems, and collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Control to drive quality and efficiency. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 10 years in production/manufacturing, and FAA A&P license or ability to obtain a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 10 years extensive experience in production/manufacturing/service center.
• FAA A&P license or ability to obtain a repairman certificate within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical functions such as correct methods of manufacturing, sequence of operations and methodology of assemblies and installations, as well as detail components.
• Troubleshoot any problem areas in tooling, production, assembly, aircraft systems and operations, composites, etc., to determine cause and pursue preventative actions with proper liaison which improves production efficiency and product quality.
• Assist in problem solving to establish or correct planning methods for producing parts and using tooling efficiently by utilizing standard techniques, procedures and criteria.
• Interact with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Control to troubleshoot problems and implement solutions.
• Organize, develop (with assistance of the Training Department) and administer the Employee Skills Development Program.
• Identify and develop training requirements for tooling, test equipment and other areas.
• Support Lean activities.
• Perform tasks assigned to department mechanics or leads during their absence, when required.
• Comply with standard operating procedures.
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation to include CMP cards, Travelers and R&I log.
• Comply with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment. Ensure aircraft interior is protected (PTP). Assist in the development and implementation of related initiatives.
• Perform repairs on installations that require a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist in training subordinates in proper techniques, processes and procedures.

Skills

Systems Integration

Furniture finish

Furniture touch up

Scheduling

Quality assurance

Cross-dept communication

CATIA

Smarteam

My3D

Exaled AIR

Backshop processes

Education

High School Diploma or GED

FAA A&P license or repairman certificate

Tools

CATIA V5

Solumina

Job description

Gulfstream Aerospace is seeking a Master Craftsperson to act as a technical expert for complex installations and repairs in the GAC St. Louis facility.

You will perform precise manufacturing and assembly tasks, troubleshoot tooling and aircraft systems, and collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Control to drive quality and efficiency. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 10 years in production/manufacturing, and FAA A&P license or ability to obtain a