Aircraft Component Repair Technician 3 - Structures
by Gulfstream
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Date Posted
September 28, 2026
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary Range
Negotiable
Cost of Living
View details for Savannah
Locations
Application Deadline
October 28, 2026
Description
Unique Skills
Overview
We are seeking an Advanced Structural Aircraft Technician (Technician III) to perform complex inspection, repair, and modification of aircraft structures in an MRO environment with minimal supervision. Responsibilities include interpreting and applying technical data such as the Aircraft Structural Repair Manual (SRM) and Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), evaluating structural damage and determining appropriate repairs, fabricating and installing complex structural components, and executing precision drilling and fastener installation to airworthy standards. The role requires strong blueprint interpretation, the ability to troubleshoot and resolve discrepancies, coordinate with engineering and quality, and ensure all work meets regulatory, safety, and quality requirements.
Requirements/Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- A&P license, FCC license, or NCATT cert preferred.
- Able to read/interpret blueprints, engineering documents, and use/read precision measuring tools.
- Proficient in the operation of all tools and equipment in the department.
- Basic understanding of shop math.
- 4 years of experience in one of the following or other related experience: Sheetmetal, hydraulic overhaul, avionics/electrical component repair.
- Accredited schooling in electronics and electrical systems may offset some experience requirements.
- Experience with APU removal, installation, and service.
Responsibilities
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
- Apply advanced skills in administration and use of procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment, as appropriate to area of specialization.
- Independently perform repairs of mechanical and electrical assemblies and subassemblies through removals, repair or replacement of defective parts, and/or fabrication of replacement parts in accordance with blueprints and other authorized maintenance data.
- Set up and operate necessary test equipment to perform functional and operational tests of mechanical and electrical aircraft components for return to service.
- Inspect all detail parts using blueprints and other required maintenance data to ensure conformity requirements are met.
- Remove skins and related components on flight controls and secondary structure components, locate and install/reinstall parts.
- Demonstrate expertise and efficiency in repair techniques including troubleshooting, soldering, and application of protective coatings.
- Demonstrate expertise in the use, maintenance, and calibration of precision measuring and inspection tools.
- Demonstrate expertise in the flow of materials and work order processes within the repair station.
- Maintain and utilize all required paperwork in accordance with FAA Repair Station requirements.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
- Comply with all company and legislative environmental health and safety regulations.
Additional Functions:
- Lay-out, remove, fabricate and/or install major and minor repairs to flight controls and other secondary structure components.
- Fabricate and repair sheet metal and associated mechanical parts, components, and/or equipment by various mechanical means.
- Remove and install APUs and perform all required APU maintenance for all Gulfstream aircraft models.
- Perform repairs to electronic assemblies and subassemblies using acceptable soldering and circuit repair techniques.
- Fabricate and repair wiring and electrical assemblies and harnesses utilizing acceptable repair processes.
- Assist with training and instructing of other Aircraft Component Repair I and II Techs.
Perform other duties as assigned. This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Additional Information
- Requisition Number: 233244
- Category: Service Center
- Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
- Shift: Multiple Shifts
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Posting End Date: 06/19/2026
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