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Aircraft Technician Senior

In Person
Full Time

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General Dynamics is organized into four business groups: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems and Technologies.

We have a balanced business model which gives each business unit the flexibility to stay agile and maintain an intimate understanding of customer requirements.

Each business unit is responsible for the execution of its strategy and operational performance. Our corporate leaders set the overall strategy of the business and manage allocation of capital. This unique model keeps us focused on what matters — delivering on our promises to customers through relentless improvement, continued growth, boosting return on invested capital and disciplined capital deployment.

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Position Title: Aircraft Technician Senior

Date: Jul 3, 2024

Location: Savannah, GA, US

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Aircraft Technician Senior in GAC Savannah


Unique Skills:

Candidates must be able to work any shift as assigned by Service Team Manager

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Gulfstream employees benefit form a total rewards package that includes

  • competitive compensation
  • medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage starting on day 1
  • retirement savings plan with a generous 6% 401k match immediate vesting

Visit https://outsidegulfstream.com/benefits to learn more about our benefits plans.


Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 4 years Aviation Maintenance experience to include 3 years of experience working on mid/large size aircraft required.. Corporate aircraft experience preferred.. Other FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate required. Valid Drivers License required.

Position Purpose:

Independently perform a variety of aircraft modifications and maintenance functions such as removal and installations of airframes, landing gear, engine components, electrical components, and control systems to assure conformance to procedures, performances and test specifications.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:
  1. Perform required. periodic maintenance and necessary servicing of all aircraft mechanical systems. Must demonstrate the ability to consistently perform assigned maintenance task within the quoted or standard CMP time.
  2. Provide work direction for assigned technicians. Promote high standards of quality through instruction and by example setting. .
  3. Act on behalf of Mechanical Team Lead (MTL) in his/her absence and assume the duties and responsibilities of the MTL when assigned.
  4. Coordinate with the Inspection department to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements. Properly complete work order sign-offs, shift turnovers, and other paper work in a timely manner. Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
  5. Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely.
  6. Follow standard operating procedures and JSAs when operating ground support equipment, such as power supply, hydraulic rigs, nitrogen filler carts, and oxygen service carts. Operate and supervise use of special support equipment used in removal and installations of major components.
  7. Coordinate movement of aircraft as required. .
  8. Assist in training new employees concerning computerized maintenance program (CMP) maintenance manuals, SRMs illustrated parts catalog (IPC) usage, flight test installations, and all maintenance of major components. .
  9. Coordinate with other departments to arrange for the overhaul or repair of customer property as needed.

Additional Functions:
  1. Use the material tracking system to create parts demand and to charge labor to correct work orders and item numbers. .
  2. Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered. Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags. .
  3. Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility. .
  4. Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use. .
  5. In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:
  1. Advanced knowledge of inspection and maintenance procedures for various aircraft models and systems within each aircraft product line.
  2. Advanced knowledge of pertinent technical reference materials (maintenance manuals, IPCs, Service Bulletins, structural repair manuals, engineering drawings, ADS, etc.).
  3. Working knowledge of the FAA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures.
  4. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 221058

Category: Service Center

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 12/31/2024

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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