RS Structural Mech II

In a team-oriented work environment, under minimal supervision, performs a variety of structural assembly operations in a production department following established operating procedures. All work performed should be in accordance with company design specifications, quality standards, and completed work should meet customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures, including varied drilling and riveting operations; ensures parts/assembly meet requirements.
• Safely perform sheet metal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment, or fabricated items on aircraft.
• Rivet structural assemblies and parts using all required tools (e.g., portable riveting guns, pneumatic guns, pneumatic drills, counter sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets).
• Remove fasteners without damaging structure.
• Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, type, size, and hole pattern for rivets; cut and form plastics; follow standard operating procedures when using adhesives, sealants, and solvents.
• Check all work and ensure defect-free assembly prior to final inspection.
• Maintain and use all logs and records (e.g., MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs).
• Align and assemble parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners.
• Shape and form complex angles and configurations according to blueprint specifications or written/verbal information.
• Make repairs per Discrepant Material Tags (DMT), Material Review Request (MRR), Production Change Orders (PCO); perform necessary rework to ensure installations meet conformity.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area, support the company 5S Program, and comply with all safety regulations.
• Use personal protective equipment as required.
• Work with minimal supervision on duties and tasks.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities (e.g., YIAW, Kaizen events).
• Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment; return items to the tool room after use.
• Ensure standard operating procedures are followed when operating ground support equipment.
• Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags.
• Ensure accurate daily job charging to the aircraft.
• Exchange job-related information and coordinate work activities between shifts through turnover report meetings and direct contact with leadership.
• Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs.
• Support Lean Activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of related structural assembly experience.
• Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Basic computer skills and basic shop math skills.
• Must be able to read a scale and perform basic shop math.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must have essential personal skills, including an aptitude for hands-on craftwork, a professional attitude, attention to detail, ability to work with people, and ability to meet demanding schedules.
• Must demonstrate good housekeeping and safety practices.
• Ability to work with composite resins and materials.
• Must be able to work any shift.
• Must be able to climb ladders/stands/stairs and work in small spaces or restricted areas; lift 50 lbs.

About the Company

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, and when our people thrive, so does our mission.