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Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Senior Aircraft Mechanic

Date: Nov 4, 2024

Location: Savannah, GA, US

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Senior Aircraft Mechanic in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills:

Hiring for First Shift: 5:45 AM - 4:15 PM.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 4 years Aviation Maintenance experience to include 3 years of experience working on mid/large size aircraft required.. Corporate aircraft experience preferred.. Other FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate required. Valid Drivers License required.

Position Purpose:

Independently perform a variety of aircraft modifications and maintenance functions such as removal and installations of airframes, landing gear, engine components, electrical components, and control systems to assure conformance to procedures, performances and test specifications.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

  • Perform required. periodic maintenance and necessary servicing of all aircraft mechanical systems. Must demonstrate the ability to consistently perform assigned maintenance task within the quoted or standard CMP time.


  • Provide work direction for assigned technicians. Promote high standards of quality through instruction and by example setting. .


  • Act on behalf of Mechanical Team Lead (MTL) in his/her absence and assume the duties and responsibilities of the MTL when assigned.


  • Coordinate with the Inspection department to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements. Properly complete work order sign-offs, shift turnovers, and other paper work in a timely manner. Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.


  • Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely.


  • Follow standard operating procedures and JSAs when operating ground support equipment, such as power supply, hydraulic rigs, nitrogen filler carts, and oxygen service carts. Operate and supervise use of special support equipment used in removal and installations of major components.


  • Coordinate movement of aircraft as required. .


  • Assist in training new employees concerning computerized maintenance program (CMP) maintenance manuals, SRMs illustrated parts catalog (IPC) usage, flight test installations, and all maintenance of major components. .


  • Coordinate with other departments to arrange for the overhaul or repair of customer property as needed.


  • Additional Functions:
  • Use the material tracking system to create parts demand and to charge labor to correct work orders and item numbers. .


  • Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered. Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags. .


  • Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility. .


  • Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use. .


  • In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required. .


  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Other Requirements:
  • Advanced knowledge of inspection and maintenance procedures for various aircraft models and systems within each aircraft product line.


  • Advanced knowledge of pertinent technical reference materials (maintenance manuals, IPCs, Service Bulletins, structural repair manuals, engineering drawings, ADS, etc.).


  • Working knowledge of the FAA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures.


  • Additional Information

    Requisition Number: 223530

    Category: Service Center

    Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

    Shift: First

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Posting End Date: 11/30/2024

    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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