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Structural Mechanic IV - Military Veterans

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Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Structural Mechanic IV

Date: Nov 22, 2024

Location: SAVANNAH, GA, US

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Structural Mechanic IV in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills:

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Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 6 years related structural assembly experience. Experience working with Solumnia and Smarteam preferred.. Q-stamp preferred.

Position Purpose:

In a team oriented work environment, independently performs 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. Assists and instructs other team members. All work performed should be in accordance with company design specifications, quality standards and completed work should meet customer expectations.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

  • Use ability as a skilled specialist to contribute to the development of employees and techniques and completes work in innovative and effective ways .


  • Perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations; ensures parts/assembly meet requirements .


  • Use complicated schematics/blueprints, engineering drawings and technical instructions to safely perform layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment or fabricated items on aircraft. Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs and quality specifications .


  • Ability to move to new tasks with minimal, short-term impact to established goal hours and schedule .


  • Rivet structural 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). Must display the ability to remove fasteners without damaging structures .


  • Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, type size for rivets, hole pattern for rivets, cutand form plastics and follow standard operating procedures when using adhesives, sealants and solvents .


  • Check all work and ensure a defect free assembly prior to final inspection .


  • Mentor, train, 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 .


  • Maintain and use all logs and records (e.g. MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs) .


  • Align and assembles parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners .


  • Make repairs per Discrepant Material Tags (DMT), Material Review Request (MRR), Production Change Orders (PCO), performs necessary rework to ensure installations meet conformity .


  • Plan and organize workloads and resource requirements to meet or exceed goal hours and schedule expectations. Assist in overseeing projects or other technicians and assesses requirements of assigned tasks to procure required. materials and documentation for assigned tasks .


  • Maintain a neat and orderly work area, supports the company 5S, Lean Initiative Program, and complies with all safety regulations .


  • Support Lean Activities, comply with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies .


  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Other Requirements:
  • Good working knowledge of computers and related software.


  • Must be able to read and interpret blue prints.


  • Must be skilled in close tolerance work and have knowledge of use of special tools and equipment. Should be able to use all tools required. to do the job.


  • Must be able to use mathematical formulas by solving dimensional problems using fractions, decimal fractions and whole numbers.


  • Thorough knowledge in the use of multiple measuring devices, demonstrated ability to use within specified tolerance.


  • Must be able to work any shift.


  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.


  • Must be able to climb ladders, stands, stairs and work in small spaces and/or restricted areas.


  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.


  • Additional Information

    Requisition Number: 223327

    Category: Operations

    Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

    Shift: First

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Posting End Date: 12/05/2024

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

    Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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    General Dynamics

    General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.

    Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.

    General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.

    Who We Are Looking For 

    General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization.  We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.

    Should I Apply?

    At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!

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