Master Craftsperson

About the role

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical functions such as correct methods of manufacturing, sequence of operations and methodology of assemblies and installations, as well as detail components.
• Troubleshoot any problem areas in tooling, production, assembly, aircraft systems and operations, composites, etc., to determine cause and pursue preventative actions with proper liaison which improves production efficiency and product quality.
• Assist in problem solving to establish or correct planning methods for producing parts and using tooling efficiently by utilizing standard techniques, procedures and criteria.
• Interact with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Control to troubleshoot problems and implement solutions.
• Organize, develop (with assistance of the Training Department) and administer the Employee Skills Development Program.
• Identify and develop training requirements for tooling, test equipment and other areas.
• Support Lean activities.
• Perform tasks assigned to department mechanics or leads during their absence, when required.
• Comply with standard operating procedures.
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation to include CMP cards, Travelers and R&I log.
• Comply with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment. Ensure aircraft interior is protected (PTP).
• Perform repairs on installations that require a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist in training subordinates in proper techniques, processes and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of manufacturing procedures and specifications, plant safety, tooling, and quality requirements.
• Familiar with CATIA V5 and Solumina software.
• Must have an established track record of troubleshooting manufacturing or installation processes.
• Proficient knowledge of all applicable machinery and processes necessary to perform the job including but not limited to (lathe, mill, surface grinder, contour roller, cold working tools, general sheet metal tools, UV curable coatings, sanding equipment, table saw, drill press, router, chop saw, time saver, jointer, planner, band saw, edge banding sander, disk sanders, resaw Foam Saws, Pin saw, general Upholstery tools, Sergers, Sewing machine, toning, stripping (chemical/heat), touch-up, spraying, buffing, staining, painting, paint color matching, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess leadership skills and the ability to communicate and impart knowledge to others.
• Must have ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work any shift.

Qualifications

• Highest level of skill in structural work and/or repairs.
• Thorough knowledge of manufacturing procedures and specifications, plant safety, tooling, and quality requirements.
• Familiar with CATIA V5 and Solumina software.
• Established track record of troubleshooting manufacturing or installation processes.
• Proficient knowledge of all applicable machinery and processes necessary to perform the job including but not limited to (lathe, mill, surface grinder, contour roller, cold working tools, general sheet metal tools, UV curable coatings, sanding equipment, table saw, drill press, router, chop saw, time saver, jointer, planner, band saw, edge banding sander, disk sanders, resaw Foam Saws, Pin saw, general Upholstery tools, Sergers, Sewing machine, toning, stripping (chemical/heat), touch-up, spraying, buffing, staining, painting, paint color matching, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work any shift.

Skills

• Structural work and/or repairs.
• Manufacturing procedures and specifications.
• Plant safety.
• Tooling.
• Quality requirements.
• CATIA V5 and Solumina software.
• Problem-solving.
• Training and development.
• Lean activities.
• Repairs and installations.
• Communication skills.
• Lifting and moving.
• Flexibility in scheduling.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

N/A

Schedule

First Shift

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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