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Gulfstream Aerospace · 3 weeks ago

Structural Mechanic 2 (Second Shift)

St. Louis, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$26.51/hr - $30.93/hr

2+ years exp

Gulfstream Aerospace is a leading manufacturer of technologically-advanced business jet aircraft. They are seeking a Structural Mechanic 2 to perform a variety of structural assembly operations in a production department, ensuring all work meets design specifications and quality standards.

AerospaceAutomotiveInformation TechnologyManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Safely perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations; ensures parts/assembly meet requirements Safely perform sheetmetal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment or fabricated items on aircraft

Rivet structural assemblies and parts using all tools required. to do the job (e.g. portable riveting guns, pneumatic guns, pneumatic drills, counter sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets). Must display the ability to remove fasteners without damaging structure

Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, type size and hole pattern for rivets, cut and form plastics and follow standard operating procedures when using adhesives, sealants, and solvents

Check all work and ensure a defective free assembly prior to final inspection

Maintain and use all logs and records (e.g. MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs)

Align and assemble parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners. Utilizing proper tooling, shape and form complex angles and configurations according to blueprint specifications or written/verbal information

Make repairs per Discrepant Material Tags (DMT), Material Review Request (MRR), Production Change Orders (PCO), performs necessary rework to ensure installations meet conformity

Maintain a neat and orderly work area, supports the company 5S Program, and complies with all safety regulations. Use personal protective equipment as required

Able to work with minimal supervision on duties and tasks

Participate in continuous improvement activities (e.g. YIAW, Kaizen events, etc.)

Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment and returns items to tool room after use

Ensure standard operating procedures are followed when operating ground support equipment

Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags

Ensure accurate daily job charging to the aircraft

Exchange job related information and coordinate work activities between shifts through turn over report meetings and direct contact with leadership

Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs

Support Lean Activities

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Sheet metal structuresStructural assembly experienceSoluminaSmarteamBlueprint readingBasic computer skillsBasic shop mathHands-on craftworkHousekeepingSafety practicesComposite materialsEnglish language proficiencyAttention to detail

Required

High School Diploma or GED required

2 years related structural assembly experience

Employee needs to be skilled in sheet metal structures and repairs and willing to work 2nd shift

Must be able to read and interpret blue prints

Basic computer skills and basic shop math skills

Must be able to read a scale and perform basic shop math

Read and comprehend basic documents and instructions

Must have essential personal skills, which include an aptitude for hands-on craftwork, a professional attitude, attention to detail, ability to work with people and to meet demanding schedules

Must demonstrate good housekeeping and safety practices

Ability to work with composite resins and materials

Must be able to work any shift

Must be able to climb ladders/stands/stairs and work in small spaces or restricted areas & lift 50 lbs

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Preferred

Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam preferred

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.

Company

Gulfstream Aerospace

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Gulfstream Aerospace is an aircraft company that designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and services business jet aircraft. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1958

Savannah, Georgia, USA

10001+ employees