RS Structural Mechanic III

Gulfstream•Brunswick, GA

About The Position

In a team-oriented work environment and under little to no supervision, the Structural Mechanic III performs a variety of structural assembly operations using required tools, prints, specifications, and operational requirements. The role is responsible for completing assignments in conformance with specifications, company design requirements, and quality standards, while meeting customer expectations. The mechanic may assist and instruct other team members. Work includes structural assembly and fitting, sheet-metal layout and fabrication, drilling and riveting, repairs and rework, and verifying completed work before final inspection. The mechanic also maintains required logs and records, follows safety and standard operating procedures, and supports company 5S, Lean, and continuous-improvement activities. This position is full-time, on the second shift, and requires the ability to work any shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Four years of related structural assembly experience.
Basic computer and shop math skills.
Ability to read and comprehend basic documents and instructions and read a scale.
Hands-on craft aptitude, professional attitude, attention to detail, ability to work with others, and ability to meet demanding schedules.
Skill in close-tolerance work and knowledge of special tools and equipment.
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.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Solumina and Smarteam.
Q-stamp.

Responsibilities

Safely assemble and fit detail parts and structures, perform drilling and riveting operations, and verify assemblies meet requirements.
Perform sheet-metal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment, and fabricated items on aircraft.
Move to new tasks with only a moderate, short-term impact to established goal hours and schedules.
Rivet structural members, assemblies, and parts using required tools; remove fasteners without damaging structures.
Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine work sequence, rivet size and hole patterns, and applicable procedures for plastics, adhesives, sealants, and solvents.
Check work and ensure assemblies are defect-free before final inspection.
Instruct and assist team members with blueprints, drawings, and engineering orders; develop methods and shop aids to address production installation difficulties.
Maintain and use logs and records, including MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, and PCOs.
Align and assemble parts for riveting using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners; shape and form complex angles and configurations to specifications.
Perform repairs and rework based on DMTs, MRRs, and PCOs to ensure installations meet conformity requirements.
Keep the work area neat and orderly, support 5S and Lean initiatives, follow safety regulations, and use required personal protective equipment.
Participate in continuous-improvement activities.
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 appropriately.
Charge daily work accurately to the aircraft.
Coordinate work and exchange job-related information between shifts through turnover meetings and direct contact with leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.