Job Description

Apprentice Structural Mechanic in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills:

This position is a full-time

The shift will be Mondays through Thursday 1st shift (10 hour days)

 

 

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. Entry level position. Strong mechanical aptitude. Essential communication skills include the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language, and listening and computer keyboard skills.

Position Purpose :

This is an entry-level position in which the individual will be trained in the processes related to the manufacturing and/or service of our aircraft. In a team environment, under direct supervision, perform a variety of structural assembly operations. The apprentice will participate in a structured development program, with the goal of obtaining skills aligned with a fully proficient structural mechanic.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Under specific instruction and guidance, perform fitting of detail parts and basic drilling and riveting operations using basic mechanic hand tools (pneumatic drills, rivet gun, counter sinks, reamers and files, etc.) .
2. Ensure parts and work content meets the instructions of assigned manufacturing employee and/or Quality Control Inspector .
3. Learn to read work orders, blueprints, and specification sheets to determine sequence of operation and work requirement .
4. Align and assembles parts to be riveted using holding fixtures, pins, clamps and fasteners .
5. Observe and assist to become familiar with parts and assemblies, then works with decreasing supervision as experience is gained .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. Must be able to read a scale and perform basic shop math.
2. Read and comprehend basic documents and instructions.
3. 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.
4. Must demonstrate good housekeeping and safety practices.
5. Proficiency in current personal computer based software.
6. Must be available to work any shift.
7. Must be able to lift and transport objects up to 40 pounds.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 229755

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 03/31/2026  

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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Job Tags

Full time, Monday to Thursday, Shift work, Day shift,

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