Essential Functions:
*Assemble, install, and adjust aircraft structure parts and system components. Rig control cables, sectors, linkages, control surfaces, landing gear and doors, engines, cowls, aircraft entry doors and associated parts and hardware.
*Remove and replace system components, cut and fit system lines and associated hardware necessary to facilitate and perform repairs.
*Responsible for quality and efficiency of all installations; ensure all parts/assembly meet requirements. Perform necessary rework to ensure installations meet conformity.
*Install systems lines, valves, ducts and associated parts and hardware. Work to ensure a leak free system.
*Use a variety of tools and equipment, including permaswage pumps, dies, line cutting tools, wrenches, checking tools, witness guages, etc. and tools to successfully complete component and perform minor structure installation.
* Assist in troubleshooting mechanical and structural problems to facilitate and perform basic repairs.
*Update and sign required logs and records as required.
*Check own work and may be required to check work of junior mechanics to ensure a defect free installation prior to final inspection.
*Maintain a neat and orderly work area, support the company FOD and 5S programs and comply with all safety regulations.
*Demonstrate Gulfstream Manufacturing competencies in the employee effectiveness review.
* Maintain and use all logs and records such as MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs, etc.
*Support continuous improvement processes as assigned.
*In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
*Perform other duties as assigned Education and Experience Requirements:
*High School graduate/GED..
*Three (3) years aerospace/aviation experience or equivalent mechanical experience (auto mechanics, heavy equipment, etc)
*Must be able to work in a team filled environment and at a high pace environment working to achieve the milestones set for the days activities.
*Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small-space restricted areas and lift up to 50 lbs.
*Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams and use all tools required to do the job.
*Must be skilled in close tolerance work and have knowledge of use of special tools and ability to perform close tolerance work such as drilling, reaming, ship fitting parts, etc.
* Ability to operate hydraulic mule pumps, fixtures, and jigs.
*Airframe and Power Plant License preferred
*Solumina and Smarteam experience preferred.