RS Cabinet Maker II - Weekend Shift

General Dynamics Corporation; Appleton, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream is seeking a skilled cabinetmaker to fabricate aircraft furniture and wood-surfaced subassemblies from blueprints and drawings. You will assemble shells, install hardware, and apply laminates, veneers, and cap strips while following strict safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork with experienced technicians to improve processes and achieve efficient production. Must have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of cabinetmaking experience; aerospace

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years experience in cabinetmaking.
• Working knowledge of Gulfstream inspection and process specifications preferred.
• Experience in aerospace industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate furniture and other wood-surfaced subassemblies using blueprints, specifications and drawings.
• Assemble, install, and fit cabinet components and hardware.
• Operate power tools and finishing equipment safely to produce quality parts.
• Adhere to safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and sign-off work in the tracking system.

Skills

Cabinetmaking

Blueprints & drawings

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Laminate/Veneer knowledge

Job description

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 worlds finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

• Schedule: Friday through Sunday from 6am to 6:30pm.
• Work 36 hours per week and get paid for 40 hours.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 2 years experience in cabinetmaking. Possess a working knowledge of Gulfstream inspection and process specifications preferred. Experience in aerospace industry preferred.

Position Purpose:

Under general supervision, fabricates aircraft furniture and other wood-surfaced subassemblies using aircraft specifications, design and engineering drawings with a high level of safety, quality, detail and productivity. Assists team members with greater experience to enhance techniques supportive of quality workmanship.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Works under general supervision to fabricate furniture and other wood-surfaced subassemblies using blueprints, aircraft specifications and design/engineering drawings.
• Assembles, pins and glues cabinet shells. Installs drawer-slides, hinges, latches and other hardware in subassemblies. Applies exterior surface materials such as laminates, veneers, and cap strips.
• Uses various types of stationary and hand-held power tools to fabricate or disassemble furniture.
• Complies with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies. Uses personal protective equipment to protect aircraft interior.
• Uses the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.

Additional Functions:

• Works with lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that increase safety, reduce, cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Six-Sigma and other process improvement techniques. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
• Must be computer literate.
• Basic knowledge of cabinetmaking processes, products and tools.

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

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 236571

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 10/09/2026

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.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most advanced business jet aircraft

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