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Overview Structural Mechanic III in GAC Savannah Education and Experience Requirements highlight the qualifications for this role, along with the position purpose and job description to perform structural assembly operations in a team-focused environment with adherence to specifications and quality standards. Responsibilities Safely perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations; ensure parts/assembly meet requirements. Safely perform sheetmetal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment or fabricated items on aircraft. Move to new tasks with only a moderate, short-term impact to established goal hours and schedule. Rivet structural members, assemblies and parts using all tools required to perform the job (e.g., portable riveting guns, pneumatic drills, countersinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets). Remove fasteners without damaging structures. Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, hole size and pattern for rivets, cut and form plastics, and follow standard operating procedures when using adhesives, sealants, and solvents. Check all work to ensure a defect-free assembly prior to final inspection. Instruct and assist other team members in interpretation of blueprints, drawings, and engineering orders; develop methods and shop aids to resolve production installation difficulties and problems. Maintain and use 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 & Lean Initiative Program and comply with all safety regulations; use of personal protective equipment as required. Additional Functions Participate in continuous improvement activities. Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment and 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. Other Requirements Basic computer and basic shop math skills. Read and comprehend basic documents and instructions and read a scale. Aptitude for hands-on craftswork, professional attitude, attention to detail, people skills, and ability to meet demanding schedules. Skilled in close-tolerance work and knowledge of use of special tools and equipment. Ability to work with composite resins and materials. Ability to work any shift. Ability to climb ladders, stands, stairs, work in small spaces or restricted areas and lift 50 lbs. This job requires the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Additional Information Requisition Number: 231588 Category: Operations Travel: Up to 25% Shift: Multiple Shifts Employment Type: Full-time Posting End Date: 04/09/2026 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. Legal Information | Site Utilities | Contacts | Sitemap Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a General Dynamics company. All rights reserved. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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