Structural Mechanic 2

Gulfstream Aerospace; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 36,520 - 42,609; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Employee assistance plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace in St. Louis seeks a Structural Mechanic 2 who will perform a variety of structural assembly operations under minimal supervision.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, plus two years of structural assembly experience. The job involves using various tools, reading blueprints, and ensuring quality assembly to meet design specifications.

Comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation range of $26.51 - $30.93 per hour offered.

Qualifications

• 2 years related structural assembly experience required.
• Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly of structural parts and fitting.
• Rivet structural assemblies and parts using specific tools.
• Check all work and ensure defect-free assembly.

Skills

Sheet metal structures

Repairs

Basic computer skills

Hands-on craftwork aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Portable riveting guns

Pneumatic drills

Job description

Structural Mechanic 2 in GAC St. Louis

Compensation range: $26.51 - $30.93 per hour. Final compensation will be based on qualifications, experience, location, and other factors.

Unique Skills

Employee needs to be skilled in sheet metal structures and repairs.

Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programs, paid leave and tuition assistance. Our U.S. benefits package includes:

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance plan
• Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 2 years related structural assembly experience. Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.

Position Purpose

In a team‑oriented work environment, under minimal supervision, Structural Mech II performs a variety of structural assembly operations in a production department following established operating procedures. All work performed should be in accordance with company design specifications, quality standards and completed work should meet customer expectations.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

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. Rivet structural assemblies and parts using all tools required. To do the job (e.g. portable riveting guns, pneumatic guns, pneumatic drills, counter sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets). Must display the ability to remove fasteners without damaging structure.
3. 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.
4. Check all work and ensure a defect‑free assembly prior to final inspection.
5. Maintain and use all logs and records (e.g. MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs).
6. Align and assemble parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners. Utilize proper tooling, shape and form complex angles and configurations according to blueprint specifications or written/verbal information.
7. Make repairs per Discrepant Material Tags (DMT), Material Review Request (MRR), Production Change Orders (PCO), perform necessary rework to ensure installations meet conformity.
8. Maintain a neat and orderly work area, support the company 5S Program, and comply with all safety regulations. Use personal protective equipment as required.
9. Able to work with minimal supervision on duties and tasks.
10. Participate in continuous improvement activities (e.g. YIAW, Kaizen events, etc.).
11. Properly use and maintain company‑provided tools and equipment and return items to tool room after use.
12. Ensure standard operating procedures are followed when operating ground support equipment.

Additional Functions:

1. Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de‑icing fluids, and solvent rags.
2. Ensure accurate daily job charging to the aircraft.
3. Exchange job related information and coordinate work activities between shifts through turnover report meetings and direct contact with leadership.
4. Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs.
5. Support Lean Activities.

Other Requirements:

1. Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
2. Basic computer skills and basic shop math skills.
3. Must be able to read a scale and perform basic shop math.
4. Read and comprehend basic documents and instructions.
5. Must have essential personal skills, which include an aptitude for hands‑on craftwork, a professional attitude, attention to detail, ability to work with people and to meet demanding schedules.
6. Must demonstrate good housekeeping and safety practices.
7. Ability to work with composite resins and materials.
8. Must be able to work any shift.
9. Must be able to climb ladders/stands/stairs and work in small spaces or restricted areas and lift 50 lbs.
10. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

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

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 231417

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full‑time

Posting End Date: 06/05/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans