Aircraft Technician I - Military Veterans

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Position Title: Aircraft Technician I

Date: Apr 22, 2024

Location: Westfield, MA, US

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Aircraft Technician I in GAC Westfield

Unique Skills:

Upcoming A&P graduates will be considered.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate or 2 years of aviation maintenance experience. . Valid Drivers License required.

Position Purpose:

The Aircraft Technician I, under close supervision, performs or assists with inspection, maintenance, and repair of basic aircraft systems and structures.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

Communicate as required. to receive and understand work assignments. Perform basic aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications under close supervision. Assist with movement of aircraft as required.

Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, 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 when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic power units, hydraulic lift platforms, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.) .

Ensure all customer property is properly protected.

Additional Functions:

Use material tracking system to create parts demand, and to charge labor to Work Orders, items, and squawks. .

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

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

Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required. and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address and report unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk. .

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

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

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

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

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 217984

Category: Service Center

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 07/31/2024

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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