RS Aircraft Component Repair Tech II - Sheetmetal

Gulfstream Aerospace; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace is seeking a RS Aircraft Component Repair Tech II - Sheetmetal in GAC Texas RO to repair and overhaul aircraft components within our Fort Worth facility. The role emphasizes sheetmetal fabrication/repair, interpreting engineering data, and using precision measuring equipment to ensure quality.

Under moderate supervision, you will work mainly first/second/weekend shifts with flexibility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with ability to read blueprints and engrg docs.
• 2 years experience in sheetmetal, hydraulic overhaul, electrical/electronic harness buildup, or related field.
• Must interpret blueprints, engineering documents and use precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Repair and overhaul internal and external aircraft assemblies per Gulfstream RS requirements.
• Perform repairs of mechanical and electrical assemblies per blueprints and manuals.
• Set up and operate test equipment to perform functional tests of mechanical and electrical aircraft components.
• Inspect detail parts to ensure conformity with requirements.
• Lay out, fabricate and install repairs to flight controls and secondary structures.

Skills

Sheetmetal fabrication

Blueprint interpretation

Precision measurement

Electrical/harness troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMs

AMMs/SRMs

Glass bead machine

Carboblast machines

Job description

RS Aircraft Component Repair Tech II - Sheetmetal in GAC Texas RO

Unique Skills

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Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated individuals who are ready to do innovative work, and we are offering exciting career opportunities.

About This Group

Our business is building a team dedicated to Components for Repair and Overhaul in Fort Worth, Texas. This position is for our Structural Repair Shop and must have sheetmetal fabrication/repair or equivalent experience. Work is done in a climate controlled environmental setting and is primarily First/Second/Weekend shift, but applicant needs to be flexible to work a different shift based on the business needs.

About This Role

Our Sheetmetal Technicians must have the ability to perform or a working technical knowledge of fastener removal and installation, layout and /or matchdrilling of fastener patterns, and repair part fabrication. The ability to use or interpret Engineering Drawings, CMMs, AMMs, SRMs, or other applicable maintenance data. A strong attention to detail to ensure a consistent and high-quality repair. With the technical knowledge of various types of precision measurement equipment.

Education And Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. Able to interpret blueprints, engrg docs and use precision measuring tools. Proficient operation of all tools/equip in the dept incl glass bead & carboblast machines. Must possess basic understanding of shop math. 2 years experience in one of the following or other related experience: Sheetmetal, hydraulic overhaul, electrical/electronic harness buildup, electrical systems troubleshooting, battery servicing, APU removal, installation, and servicing.

Position Purpose

Under moderate supervision, repair and overhaul internal and external aircraft assemblies, subassemblies and components in accordance with Gulfstream Repair Station requirements.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

• Apply basic and some advance skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment, as appropriate to area of specialization.
• Perform repairs of mechanical and electrical assemblies and subassemblies through removals, repair or replacement of defective parts and/or fabrication of replacement parts, and installations in accordance with blueprints, component maintenance manuals, vendor documents, verbal instructions, engineering dispositions, and other authorized maintenance data. All activities to be in accordance with Repair Station requirements ensuring all parts and assemblies meet conformance.
• Set up, maintain, and operate necessary test equipment in accordance with required. documentation to perform functional and operational tests of mechanical and electrical aircraft components for return to service.
• Inspect all detail parts using blueprints, component and/or overhaul manuals and other required. maintenance data to ensure conformity requirements are met.
• Remove skins and related components on flight controls and secondary structure components, locate and install/reinstall parts.
• Demonstrate effective repair techniques using acceptable practices including troubleshooting, soldering and application of protective coatings.
• Maintain and utilize all required. paperwork in accordance with FAA RS requirements.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Comply with all company and legislative environmental health and safety regulations.

Additional Functions

• Lays-out, removes, fabricates and/or installs major and minor repairs to flight controls and other secondary structure components(I.E: honeycomb core sandwich construction techniques, composite repair techniques, test bench operations, hydraulic press operations, servicing carts) .
• Fabricate and repair sheetmetal and associated mechanical parts, components and/or equipment by rolling, shrinking, stretching, braking, riveting or other mechanical means. .
• Remove & install APUs and perform all required. APU maintenance for ALL Gulfstream aircraft models. .
• Fabricate and repair wiring and electrical assemblies and harnesses utilizing acceptable repair and fabrication processes including splicing, soldering, and pinning of wires. .
• Utilize training and tools to effectively troubleshoot complex electrical circuits and or systems during component repair process. .
• Assist with training and instructing of Acft Component Repair I Techs. .
• Resolves routine questions and problems, referring the more complex issues to higher levels. .

Perform other duties as assigned.This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 236013

Category: Service Center

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 10/02/2026

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.

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