Placard & Part Technician II

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Savannah is seeking a Placard & Part Technician II to create aircraft placards, ID plates, spray masks, and perform wire stamping under limited supervision. The role requires reading engineering drawings, using Illustrator and Gerber Omega, and operating category 1 and 2 equipment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and two years of graphic design experience, plus the ability to interpret specifications and maintain FAA-compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years graphic design experience required.
• Proficiency with Category 1 equipment and one piece of Category 2 equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications that are specific to producing placards, ID plates, spray masks and wire stamping.
• Tech 2 requires 2 years experience with graphic design and proficiency with Category 1 equipment and one piece of Category 2 equipment below.
• Also assists and trains lower level technicians.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret customer specifications and engineering drawings to determine proper color, font, dimension, and materials required to create and install aircraft placards or identification plates, and to create spray masking, as well as perform wire stamping.
• Use Adobe Illustrator, pdf files and Gerber Omega software to accurately draw, layout, and produce aircraft placards.
• Use sign cutting equipment to produce masking per Exterior Markings Drawings requirements for exterior paint application on Gulfstream aircraft.
• Produce placards that require foreign languages to meet foreign aircraft registration requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation of all work to include traceability of materials used during manufacturing to ensure compliance with all inspection and FAA requirements.
• Use precision tools to verify fabricated placards and identification plates meet all engineering requirements which may include installation.
• Operating Equipment Categories: Category 1: Programmable Gerber or other foil printer. Category 2: Programmable sign cutting equipment, Programmable engraver. Category 3: Miscellaneous equipment: Wire stamper, Inkjet printer, etc.

Skills

Graphic design

Reading drawings

Category 1 equipment

Category 2 equipment

Adobe Illustrator

Gerber Omega

Sign cutting

Wire stamping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years graphic design experience

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Gerber Omega

Sign cutting equipment

Job description

Placard & Part Technician IIin GAC Savannah

Unique Skills:

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world's finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 2 years graphic design experience required. and proficiency with Category 1 and one piece of Category 2 equipment. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications that are specific to producing placards, ID plates, spray masks and wire stamping. . Position Purpose:Under limited supervision, create and produce placards, identification plates, vinyl spray painting masks, and perform wire stamping, may include final placard installation. Tech 2 requires 2 years experience with graphic design and proficiency with Category 1 equipment and one piece of Category 2 equipment below. Also assists and trains lower level technicians.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:Essential Functions:

1. Required to read and interpret Completions customer specifications and engineering drawings / specifications to determine the proper color, font, dimension, and materials required. to create and install aircraft placards or identification plates, and to create spray masking, as well as perform wire stamping .
2. Use Adobe Illustrator, pdf files and Gerber Omega software to accurately draw, layout, and produce aircraft placards. Additional software or machine operating systems may become required. as equipment needs dictate .
3. Use sign cutting equipment to produce masking per Exterior Markings Drawings requirements for exterior paint application on Gulfstream aircraft .
4. Produce placards that require foreign languages to meet foreign aircraft registration requirements .
5. Maintain proper documentation of all work to include traceability of materials used during manufacturing to ensure compliance with all inspection and FAA requirements .
6. Use precision tools to verify fabricated placards and identification plates meet all engineering requirements which may include installation .
7. Operating Equipment Categories: Category 1: Programmable Gerber or other foil printer. Category 2: Programmable sign cutting equipment, Programmable engraver. Category 3: Miscellaneous equipment: Wire stamper, Inkjet printer, etc .

Additional Functions:

1. Performs daily maintenance on equipment used .
2. Complies with all standard operating procedures as well as safety and housekeeping policies .
3. Adapts to sudden changes in schedule and priorities .
4. Contributes to developing and implementing process improvements that improve safety and reduce cost using Lean Six Sigma and other process improvement techniques .
5. Monitors and maintains department materials inventory .
6. Monitors aircraft schedules to support materials requirement .

Perform other duties as assigned.Other Requirements:

1. Possess a working knowledge of the Gulfstream Policies and Procedures manual, Inspection Procedures manual, and pertinent Process Specifications.

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

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 236145

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 09/15/2026

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.