Interior Installation Technician 4

About the role

The Interior Installation Technician 4 plays a critical role in the aircraft interior installation, refurbishment, and fabrication processes at Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. This position requires advanced knowledge of aircraft interior installation, refurbishment planning and execution, and material resource management.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform aircraft interior removal, installation, and/or fabrication of aircraft interiors (which may include galleys, closets, lavatories, side ledges, bulkheads, doors and panels).
• Cook safely perform aircraft interior removal, installation, and/or fabrication of aircraft interiors (which may include galleys, closets, lavatories, side ledges, bulkheads, doors and panels).
• Cook safely perform aircraft interior removal, installation, and/or fabrication of aircraft interiors (which may include galleys, closets, lavatories, side ledges, bulkheads, doors and panels).
• Cook safely perform aircraft interior removal, installation, and/or fabrication of aircraft interiors (which may include galleys, closets, lavatories, side ledges, bulkheads, doors and panels).
• Mentor and train other Interior Installation Technicians. Review their work prior to sign off to ensure work complies with quality control standards.
• Accept lead responsibilities as required. Oversee projects or other technicians and assess requirements of assigned tasks to procure required materials and documentation for assigned tasks.
• Utilize the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.
• Follow standard operating procedures when using tools and equipment such as hand tools, band saws, shears, sanders and brakes. Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools.
• Prepare and install aircraft interior items in accordance with company operation procedures and quality standards.
• Remove and re-install nut plates, inserts and other fasteners used in aircraft interiors. Apply proper use of hardware and fittings on aircraft installations.
• Comply with safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment as required. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
• Aid technicians with aircraft maintenance requirements.
• Adapt to sudden schedule changes and coordinate projects with other shops/departments as required.
• Work with lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that reduce cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Six Sigma and other process improvement techniques.
• Make and use simple patterns for own use employing standardized procedures.
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Ability to use hand/power tools and equipment associated with installation and removal of interiors.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
• Must be computer literate.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft installation and/or fabrication processes applicable to the specific position, such as removal and installation of galleys, closets, lavatories, side ledges, bulkheads, doors, panels; working with composite panels made from Nomex honeycomb, fiberglass, Lexan, acrylic materials, etc.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be fluent in English.

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of related experience in aircraft interior installation, refurbishment, and fabrication.
• Must have a thorough understanding of Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) aircraft requirements and expectations.
• Must possess a thorough understanding of aircraft installation and/or fabrication processes applicable to the specific position, such as removal and installation of galleys, closets, lavatories, side ledges, bulkheads, doors, panels; working with composite panels made from Nomex honeycomb, fiberglass, Lexan, acrylic materials, etc.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Must be able to use hand/power tools and equipment associated with installation and removal of interiors.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be able to adapt to sudden schedule changes and coordinate projects with other shops/departments as required.
• Must be able to work any shift.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of related experience in aircraft interior installation, refurbishment, and fabrication.
• Must have a thorough understanding of Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) aircraft requirements and expectations.
• Must possess a thorough understanding of aircraft installation and/or fabrication processes applicable to the specific position, such as removal and installation of galleys, closets, lavatories, side ledges, bulkheads, doors, panels; working with composite panels made from Nomex honeycomb, fiberglass, Lexan, acrylic materials, etc.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Must be able to use hand/power tools and equipment associated with installation and removal of interiors.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be able to adapt to sudden schedule changes and coordinate projects with other shops/departments as required.
• Must be able to work any shift.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of aircraft interior installation, refurbishment planning and execution, and material resource management.
• Effective collaboration with Gulfstream sites, vendors, engineering, design, quality, management, and customer representatives.
• Strong customer-focused approach while balancing schedule, quality, and operational requirements.
• Thorough understanding of Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) aircraft requirements and expectations.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Process improvement techniques using Lean Six Sigma.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Ability to use hand/power tools and equipment associated with installation and removal of interiors.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
• Computer literacy.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft installation and/or fabrication processes applicable to the specific position, such as removal and installation of galleys, closets, lavatories, side ledges, bulkheads, doors, panels; working with composite panels made from Nomex honeycomb, fiberglass, Lexan, acrylic materials, etc.

Benefits

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

Pay

The compensation range for this role is $31.08 - $40.79 per hour.

Schedule

This position operates on a First Shift schedule.