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Structural Mechanic Trainee in GAC Tulsa
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This position is located in Tulsa, OK
At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.
Education and Experience Requirements
Job Description
- 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.) .
- Ensure parts and work content meets the instructions of assigned manufacturing employee and/or Quality Control Inspector .
- Learn to read work orders, blueprints, and specification sheets to determine sequence of operation and work requirement .
- Align and assemblies parts to be riveted using holding fixtures, pins, clamps and fasteners .
- Observe and assist to become familiar with parts and assemblies, then works with decreasing supervision as experience is gained.
- 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.
- Proficiency in current personal computer based software.
- Must be available to work any shift.
- Must be able to lift and transport objects up to 40 pounds.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: 230458
Category: Operations
Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
Shift: First
Employment Type: Full-time
Posting End Date: 01/28/2026
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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About Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
Inspired by the belief that aviation could fuel business growth, Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. invented the first purpose-built business aircraft, the Gulfstream I, which first flew in 1958. Today, more than 3,400 aircraft are in service around the world. Together with parent company General Dynamics, Gulfstream consistently invests in the future, dedicating resources to researching and developing innovative new aircraft, technologies and services.
Gulfstream’s next-generation family of aircraft, including the super-midsize Gulfstream G300, the category-leading Gulfstream G400, the award-winning Gulfstream G500 and Gulfstream G600, the ultralarge-cabin Gulfstream G700 and the ultralong-range Gulfstream G800, offers an aircraft for every mission. All are backed by the worldwide Gulfstream Customer Support network.
What you'll do
- The Structural Mechanic Trainee will be trained in the processes related to the manufacturing and service of aircraft. Under supervision, they will perform structural assembly operations and learn to read work orders and blueprints.
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