Senior Interior Installation Technician

General Dynamics•Saint Louis, MO

30d•$31 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Senior Interior Installation Technician in GAC St. Louis Unique Skills: 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 worlds finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission. Seeking skilled experienced in repairing scratches, gouges, and finish touch-ups on high-value wood surfaces. Candidate should have a strong eye for color and grain matching, and the ability to make repairs that blend with the surrounding material. The compensation range for this role is $31.06 - $36.24 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to: minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, and location. Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programs, paid leave and tuition assistance. Our U.S. benefits package includes: Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage Life and disability insurance Retirement savings plan Employee assistance plan Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance. Position Purpose: The Interior Installation Technician Senior works under limited supervision to remove, install, and/or fabricate aircraft interiors, which may include items such as trim, carpet, sound proofing, light structure, cabinetry, panels and other accessories. All work performed should be in accordance with company design specifications, quality standards and completed work should meet customer expectations. Mentor and train other Interior Installation Technicians.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
4 years of applicable installation, fabrication or related experience.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
Ability to use hand/power tools and equipment associated with installation and removal of interiors.
Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
Must be computer literate.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Advanced knowledge of aircraft installation and/or fabrication processes applicable to the specific position, such as removal and installation of galleys, closets, lavatories, side ledges, bulkheads, doors, panels; working with composite panels made from Nomex honeycomb, fiberglass, Lexan, acrylic materials, etc.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must be fluent in English.

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerospace industry preferred.
Seeking skilled experienced in repairing scratches, gouges, and finish touch-ups on high-value wood surfaces.
Candidate should have a strong eye for color and grain matching, and the ability to make repairs that blend with the surrounding material.

Responsibilities

Safely perform aircraft interior removal, installation, and/or fabrication of aircraft interiors (which may include galleys, closets, lavatories, side ledges, bulkheads, doors and panels). .
Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with Repair Station procedures, internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs and quality specifications. .
Mentor and train other Interior Installation Technicians. Review their work prior to sign off to ensure work complies with quality control standards.
Accept lead responsibilities as required. Oversee projects or other technicians and assess requirements of assigned tasks to procure required. materials and documentation for assigned tasks.
Utilize the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.
Follow standard operating procedures when using tools and equipment such as hand tools, band saws, shears, sanders and brakes. Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools.
Prepare and install aircraft interior items in accordance with company operation procedures and quality standards.
Remove and re-install nut plates, inserts and other fasteners used in aircraft interiors. Apply proper use of hardware and fittings on aircraft installations.
Comply with safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment as required. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
Assist technicians with aircraft maintenance requirements.
Adapt to sudden schedule changes and coordinate projects with other shops/departments as required.
Work with lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that reduce cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Six Sigma and other process improvement techniques. .
Make and use simple patterns for own use employing standardized procedures. .
In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

competitive compensation
comprehensive benefits plans
wellness programs
paid leave
tuition assistance
Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Retirement savings plan
Employee assistance plan
Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance.