SkillBridge Aircraft Maintenance Tech

General Dynamics • Saint Louis, MO

58d

About The Position

SkillBridge Aircraft Maintenance Tech 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. Must be eligible for the DOD SkillBridge Program. You may be eligible to participate in SkillBridge if you: Have 180 days of service or fewer remaining prior to your date of discharge and you have at least 180 continuous days of active Military service. Obtain approval from your unit commander. Agree that participation in the DOD SkillBridge can be terminated at any time by the service if mission requirements dictate. Position Purpose: Under close supervision, perform or assist with various functions of aircraft maintenance, repair, replacement, and modification of key aircraft components to ensure proper operation. Perform basic aircraft maintenance and perform troubleshooting and repair duties. Job Description Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: Perform assigned maintenance and servicing of aircraft mechanical systems . Repair, maintain, install, and troubleshoot mechanical and functional components of the aircraft including airframes, engine components, landing gear, electrical components, and control systems . Coordinate with inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements . Properly complete work order sign-offs, shift turnovers, and other paperwork in a timely manner . Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications . Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely . Follow standard operating procedures and JSAs when operating ground support equipment . Operate and oversee use of special support equipment used in removal and installations of major components . Coordinate with other departments to arrange for the overhaul or repair of customer property as needed . Additional Functions: Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean . Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment . Coordinate movement of aircraft, as required. . Maintain working knowledge of FAA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures . Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be eligible for the DOD SkillBridge Program.
• You may be eligible to participate in SkillBridge if you: Have 180 days of service or fewer remaining prior to your date of discharge and you have at least 180 continuous days of active Military service.
• Obtain approval from your unit commander.
• Agree that participation in the DOD SkillBridge can be terminated at any time by the service if mission requirements dictate.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years aviation maintenance experience (avionics, electrical, and/or mechanical) or FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate.
• Valid Drivers License required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned maintenance and servicing of aircraft mechanical systems .
• Repair, maintain, install, and troubleshoot mechanical and functional components of the aircraft including airframes, engine components, landing gear, electrical components, and control systems .
• Coordinate with inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements .
• Properly complete work order sign-offs, shift turnovers, and other paperwork in a timely manner .
• Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications .
• Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely .
• Follow standard operating procedures and JSAs when operating ground support equipment .
• Operate and oversee use of special support equipment used in removal and installations of major components .
• Coordinate with other departments to arrange for the overhaul or repair of customer property as needed .
• Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean .
• Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment .
• Coordinate movement of aircraft, as required.
• Maintain working knowledge of FAA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures .
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees