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Structural Mechanic I

Gulfstream Aerospace
tuition assistance
United States, Missouri, St. Louis
Jun 25, 2025
*This role is eligible for a sign-on bonus!* Structural Mechanic Iin GAC St. Louis Unique Skills: Experience with solid and mechanical fasteners. The compensation range for this role is $25.23 - $27.88 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. Education and Experience Requirements High School Diploma or GED required. 1 year related structural assembly experience. Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.. One year experience credit considered for graduates of Savannah Tech Aircraft Structures Technical Certificate Program. Position Purpose: In a team oriented work environment, under moderate supervision, performs a variety of structural assembly operations in a production department. Job Description Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: Perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations; ensures parts/assembly meet FAA requirements, customer specifications, and Gulfstream standard of quality . Rivet structural assemblies and parts, including sheetmetal 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) . Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, type size and hole pattern for rivets. 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). Use resource planning system to enter daily labor against correct Work Order and Item numbers . Align and assemble parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners . Maintain a neat and orderly work area, supports the company 5S Program and complies with all safety regulations . Work under moderate supervision on duties and tasks . Support Lean Activities . Additional Functions: Participate in continuous improvement activities (e.g. YIAW, Kaizen events, etc.) . Keep shop and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered . Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools as assigned by Supervisor . Comply with safety rules and procedures . Perform other duties as assigned. Other Requirements: Basic knowledge of various aircraft structures, sheetmetal, and fabrication processes. Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints. Read and interpret 6" scale. Basic computer 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 lift 50 lbs. Must be able to work any shift. Must be able to climb ladders/stands/stairs and work in small spaces and/or restricted areas. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Additional Information Requisition Number: 226012 Posting Type: Internal-External Department: J2302-STL Compl Advanced T Category: Operations Percentage of Travel: None Shift: First Employment Type: Full-time Salary Grade:Z01 Number of Openings: 2 Posting End Date: 07/09/2025 Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee. Legal Information \| Site Utilities \| Contacts \| Sitemap Copyright 2025 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. All Rights Reserved. A General Dynamics Company. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft #LI-CV1