Structural Mechanic II

Gulfstream•Appleton, WI

12d

About The Position

In a team-oriented production environment and under minimal supervision, the Structural Mechanic II performs structural assembly operations according to established procedures. Work must comply with company design specifications and quality standards and meet customer expectations. The role performs assembly, fitting, drilling, riveting, sheet-metal fabrication, and installation work on aircraft, while maintaining required records and following safety and operating procedures. The position may require working any shift and 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.
Hands-on craft aptitude, 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.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam.

Responsibilities

Safely assemble and fit detail parts and structures, perform drilling and riveting operations, and ensure assemblies meet requirements.
Perform sheet-metal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment, and fabricated items on aircraft.
Rivet structural assemblies and parts using the tools required for the work, and remove fasteners without damaging the structure.
Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine work sequence and rivet type, size, and hole pattern.
Cut and form plastics and follow standard procedures when using adhesives, sealants, and solvents.
Inspect completed work to ensure it is defect-free 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.
Shape and form complex angles and configurations according to blueprints or written or verbal instructions.
Make repairs and perform rework based on DMTs, MRRs, and PCOs to ensure installations meet conformity 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.
Accurately charge daily work to the aircraft.
Coordinate work and exchange job-related information 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.