Structural Mechanic 2

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA is seeking a Structural Mechanic 2 for full-time first shift work without travel. This role involves performing structural assembly operations according to specifications and ensuring quality standards are met.

Qualified candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in structural assembly, a high school diploma, and skills in blueprint interpretation and safety practices. The position offers a collaborative work environment and adherence to safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years related structural assembly experience.
• Experience with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.
• Ability to work with composite resins and materials.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures.
• Use all required tools to rivet structural assemblies and parts.
• Check all work to ensure a defect-free assembly prior to final inspection.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Attention to detail

Hand-craft aptitude

Basic computer skills

Shop math skills

People skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Portable riveting guns

Pneumatic guns

Drills

Job description

Structural Mechanic 2 – Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Position located in Savannah, GA. Full‑time, first shift. No travel required. Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation.

Job Description

Structural Mechanic 2 performs a variety of structural assembly operations in a production department following established operating procedures. All work is performed in accordance with company design specifications, quality standards, and customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations.
• Perform sheetmetal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment or fabricated items on aircraft.
• Use all required tools (portable riveting guns, pneumatic guns, drills, counter‑sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets) to rivet structural assemblies and parts.
• Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, type, size, and hole pattern for rivets, perform plastics cuts and forms, and use adhesives, sealants, and solvents.
• Check all work to ensure a defect‑free assembly prior to final inspection.
• Maintain and use all logs and records (MIR sheets, DMTs, CRABS, PCOs).
• Align and assemble parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners according to blueprint specifications.
• Make repairs per Discrepant Material Tags (DMT), Material Review Request (MRR), Production Change Orders (PCO).
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area, support the 5S Program, and comply with all safety regulations. Use personal protective equipment as required.
• Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de‑icing fluids, and solvent rags.
• Ensure accurate daily job charging to the aircraft.
• Exchange job‑related information and coordinate work activities between shifts through turnover report meetings and direct contact with leadership.
• Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs.
• Support Lean activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years related structural assembly experience.
• Experience with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.
• Must read and interpret blueprints.
• Basic computer and shop math skills.
• Must understand scale drawings and perform basic shop math.
• Must have essential personal skills: hand‑craft aptitude, professional attitude, attention to detail, people skills, ability to meet demanding schedules.
• Must demonstrate good housekeeping and safety practices.
• Ability to work with composite resins and materials.
• Must be able to work any shift.
• Must climb ladders/stands/stairs, work in small or restricted areas, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 233034
Category: Operations
Percentage of Travel: None
Shift: First
Employment Type: Full‑time
Posting End Date: 06/16/2026

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.

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly‑owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD).