RS Structural Mech III - 2nd Shift/Nights in Fort Worth

Energy Jobline ZR; Fort Worth (TX); Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 44.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Fort Worth seeks a RS Structural Mech III for the 2nd shift. The role focuses on aircraft sheet metal assembly, riveting, drilling, and precision fabrication in a fast-paced shop environment.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED and 4 years of related structural assembly experience, including Solumina and Smarteam familiarity. Safety compliance and teamwork are essential.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or GED required; 4 years of related structural assembly experience.
• Experience with Solumina and Smarteam is preferred.
• Sheet metal shop experience and aircraft structural assembly knowledge required.

Aufgaben

• Safely perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations; ensure assemblies meet requirements.
• Rivet structural members and assemblies using required tools and ensure no damage to structures.
• Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations.
• Instruct and assist team members in interpretation of blueprints and drawings; develop methods to resolve production installation difficulties.
• Maintain logs and records (e.g., MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs) and ensure traceability.

Kenntnisse

Structural assembly

Blueprint reading

Sheet metal fabrication

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Problem-solving

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Rivet guns

Pneumatic drills

Rivet shavers

Files

Reamers

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

RS Structural Mech III - 2nd Shift/Nightsin GAC Fort Worth

Unique Skills:

This position is for the Sheetmetal Shop on 2nd shift:

Aircraft structural assembly / aircraft sheet metal experience (specifically required).

Strong experience with:

Sheet metal fabrication and installation

Drilling, riveting, countersinking, reaming, fastening

Reading blueprints and engineering drawings

Experience with: Solumina & Smarteam

Ability to:

Perform structural assembly and fitting

Use tools such as:

Rivet guns

Pneumatic drills

Rivet shavers

Files, reamers

Remove and install fasteners without damage

Work with:

Adhesives, sealants, solvents

Composite materials and resins

Perform:

Repairs

Precision close-tolerance work

Strong:

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity / hands-on skills

Problem-solving in production environment

Must be able to:

Follow safety regulations and PPE requirements

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 4 years related structural assembly experience. Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam .. Q-stamp .

Position Purpose

In a team oriented work environment, under little to no supervision, Structural Mech III perform a variety of structural assembly operations using required. tools and appropriate prints, specs and operational requirements to complete work assignment, and ensure conformance to specification. All work performed should be in accordance with company design specifications, quality standards and completed work should meet customer expectations. May assist and instruct other team members.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

1. Safely perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations; ensures parts/assembly meet requirements. Safely perform sheetmetal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment or fabricated items on aircraft .
2. Possess the proven ability to move to new tasks with only a moderate, short-term impact to established goal hours and schedule .
3. Rivet structural members, assemblies and parts using all tools required. to do the job (e.g. portable riveting guns, pneumatic drills, counter sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets). Ability to remove fasteners without damaging structures .
4. Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, type size and hole pattern for rivets, cut and form plastics and follow standard operating procedures when using adhesives, sealants, and solvents .
5. Check all work and ensure a defective free assembly prior to final inspection .
6. Instruct and assist other team members in interpretation of blueprints, drawings, and engineering orders; develop methods and shop aids to resolve production installation difficulties and problems .
7. Maintain and use all logs and records (e.g. MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs) .
8. Align and assemble parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners. Utilizing proper tooling, shape and form complex angles and configurations according to blueprint specifications or written/verbal information .
9. Make repairs per Discrepant Material Tags (DMT), Material Review Request (MRR), Production Change Orders (PCO), performs necessary rework to ensure installations meet conformity .
10. Maintain a neat and orderly work area, supports the company 5S & Lean Initiative Program and complies with all safety regulations. Use of personal protective equipment as required.

Additional Functions

1. Participate in continuous improvement activities .
2. Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment and returns items to tool room after use .
3. Ensure standard operating procedures are followed when operating ground support equipment .
4. Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags .
5. Ensure accurate daily job charging to the aircraft .
6. Exchange job related information and coordinate work activities between shifts through turn over report meetings and direct contact with leadership .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

1. Basic computer and basic shop math skills.
2. Read and comprehend basic documents and instructions and read a scale.
3. Must have essential personal skills and possess aptitude for hands-on craftswork, a professional attitude, attention to detail, ability to work with people and to meet demanding schedules.
4. Must be skilled in close tolerance work and have knowledge of use of special tools and equipment.
5. Ability to work with composite resins and materials.
6. Must be able to work any shift.
7. Must be able to climb ladders, stands, stairs, and work in small spaces or restricted areas & lift 50 lbs.

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

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 236152

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: Second

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 10/02/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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