RS Structural Mech II

Gulfstream•Savannah, GA

About The Position

In a team-oriented production environment and under minimal supervision, the Structural Mech II performs a variety of structural assembly operations according to established procedures. Work must meet company design specifications, quality standards, and customer expectations. The role includes assembling and fitting structural details, performing sheet-metal work, drilling and riveting aircraft structures, and carrying out repairs and rework. The employee maintains required records, follows safety and standard operating procedures, and supports housekeeping and continuous-improvement activities. The position requires the ability to work any shift and may involve travel of up to 25%.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of related structural assembly experience.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Basic computer skills and basic shop math skills, including the ability to read a scale.
Ability to read and comprehend basic documents and instructions.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Aptitude for hands-on craftwork, professional attitude, attention to detail, ability to work with others, and ability to meet demanding schedules.
Demonstrated good housekeeping and safety practices.
Ability to work with composite resins and materials.
Ability to work any shift.
Ability to climb ladders, stands, and stairs; work in small or restricted spaces; and lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam.

Responsibilities

Safely assemble and fit detail parts and structures, and perform drilling and riveting operations while ensuring parts and assemblies meet requirements.
Perform sheet-metal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment, or fabricated items on aircraft.
Rivet structural assemblies and parts using required tools, and remove fasteners without damaging the structure.
Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine work sequence and rivet types, sizes, and hole patterns.
Cut and form plastics and follow standard procedures when using adhesives, sealants, and solvents.
Inspect work and ensure assemblies are free of defects before final inspection.
Maintain and use required logs and records, including MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, and PCOs.
Align and assemble parts for riveting using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners.
Use appropriate tooling to shape and form complex angles and configurations to blueprint specifications or other instructions.
Make repairs identified by DMTs, MRRs, and PCOs, and perform rework needed to ensure installations conform to requirements.
Maintain an orderly work area, support the company 5S Program, follow safety regulations, and use required personal protective equipment.
Work with minimal supervision and participate in continuous-improvement activities, including YIAW and Kaizen events.
Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment and return tools to the tool room after use.
Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment.
Collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags properly.
Charge jobs accurately to the aircraft each day.
Coordinate work between shifts through turnover meetings and direct contact with leadership.
Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs, support Lean activities, and perform other assigned duties.