Structural Mechanic

Structural Mechanic 3

Location:

GAC Fort Worth

Compensation: $28.73 – $33.52 per hour.

In a team-oriented work environment, under little to no supervision, the Structural Mechanic III performs a variety of structural assembly operations using required tools and appropriate prints, specs and operational requirements to complete work assignments and ensure conformance to specification. All work performed should be in accordance with company design specifications and quality standards and should meet customer expectations. May assist and instruct other team members.

• Safely perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations; ensures parts/assembly meet requirements. Safely perform sheet metal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment or fabricated items on aircraft.
• Possess the proven ability to move to new tasks with only a moderate, short-term impact to established goal hours and schedule.
• Rivet structural members, assemblies and parts using all required tools (e.g., portable riveting guns, pneumatic drills, counter sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets). Ability to remove fasteners without damaging structures.
• 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 defect-free assembly prior to final inspection.
• Instruct and assist other team members in interpretation of blueprints, drawings, and engineering orders; develop methods and shop aids to resolve production installation difficulties and problems.
• 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. Utilize 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), performing necessary rework to ensure installations meet conformity.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area, support the company 5S & Lean Initiative Program and comply with all safety regulations. Use of personal protective equipment as required.

• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Properly use and maintain company‑provided tools and equipment and return items to the 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 turnover report meetings and direct contact with leadership.

• Basic computer and basic shop math skills.
• Read and comprehend basic documents and instructions and read a scale.
• Must have essential personal skills and possess aptitude for hands‑on craftswork, a professional attitude, attention to detail, ability to work with people and to meet demanding schedules.
• Must be skilled in close tolerance work and have knowledge of use of special tools and equipment.
• 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 and lift 50 lbs.

High School Diploma or GED required. 4 years related structural assembly experience. Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam preferred. Q‑stamp preferred.

Benefits include 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.

Requisition Number: 229889

Category:
Operations

Percentage of Travel:
Up to 25%

Shift: Multiple Shifts

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Posting End Date: 01/09/2026

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.

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