Structural Mechanic IV

Gulfstream•Savannah, GA

About The Position

In a team-oriented work environment, independently performs a variety of structural assembly operations using required tools, prints, specifications, and operational requirements to complete assignments and ensure conformance to specifications. Assists and instructs other team members. Work must comply with company design specifications and quality standards and meet customer expectations. The role involves assembling, fitting, laying out, fabricating, and installing structural parts and aircraft components; performing drilling, riveting, repairs, and rework; and checking completed work before final inspection. The mechanic coordinates with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs, and quality specifications. The position also supports planning and organizing workloads, mentoring and training team members, maintaining required records, and following safety, 5S, and Lean policies. Travel is listed as up to 25%, and the role may require work on any shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Six years of related structural assembly experience.
Good working knowledge of computers and related software.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Skill in close-tolerance work and knowledge of special tools and equipment.
Ability to use the tools required for the job.
Ability to solve dimensional problems using mathematical formulas, fractions, decimal fractions, and whole numbers.
Thorough knowledge of multiple measuring devices and demonstrated ability to use them within specified tolerances.
Ability to work any shift.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders, stands, and stairs, and work in small spaces or restricted areas.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Solumnia and Smarteam.
Q-stamp.

Responsibilities

Perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures, along with drilling and riveting operations, ensuring parts and assemblies meet requirements.
Use schematics, blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical instructions to perform layout, fabrication, and installation of aircraft parts and equipment.
Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs, and quality specifications.
Adapt to new tasks with minimal short-term impact on established goal hours and schedules.
Rivet structural assemblies and parts using required tools, and remove fasteners without damaging structures.
Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine work sequence, rivet types and sizes, and hole patterns; cut and form plastics and follow procedures for adhesives, sealants, and solvents.
Check work and ensure assemblies are defect-free before final inspection.
Mentor, train, and assist team members in interpreting blueprints, drawings, and engineering orders; develop methods and shop aids to resolve production and installation problems.
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.
Make repairs according to DMTs, MRRs, and PCOs, and perform rework to ensure installations meet conformity requirements.
Plan and organize workloads and resource requirements to meet or exceed goal hours and schedule expectations.
Assist in overseeing projects or other technicians and assess assigned-task requirements to obtain necessary materials and documentation.
Maintain a neat and orderly work area, support company 5S and Lean initiatives, and comply with safety and housekeeping policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.