Master Craftsperson

Master Craftsperson in GAC St. Louis

Unique Skills:

Systems Integration

• Extensive experience in furniture finish, furniture touch up, scheduling, quality assurance, and cross departmental communication.
• Proven ability to perform detailed repairs that require a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.
• Experience with Catia, Smarteam, My3d, Exaled AIR, and backshop processes preferred.
• Function independently in a team oriented work environment while effectively stepping into a leadership role when required.

Compensation:

The compensation range for this role is $29.71 - $40.57 per hour. Final compensation will be determined by factors including but not limited to: minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, and location.

Benefits:

Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes:

• 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.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 10 years extensive experience in production/manufacturing/service center.
• FAA A&P license or ability to obtain a repairman certificate within 30 days of start date.

Position Purpose:

Technical expert. Perform repairs on installations that require a high degree of accuracy and timeliness. Function independently in a team oriented work environment.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Perform technical functions such as correct methods of manufacturing, sequence of operations and methodology of assemblies and installations, as well as detailing components.
2. Troubleshoot problems in tooling, production, assembly, aircraft systems and operations, composites, etc., to determine causes and pursue preventative actions with proper liaison to improve production efficiency and product quality.
3. Assist in problem solving to establish or correct planning methods for producing parts and using tooling efficiently by utilizing standard techniques, procedures and criteria.
4. Interact with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Control to troubleshoot problems and implement solutions.
5. Organize, develop (with assistance of the Training Department) and administer the Employee Skills Development Program.
6. Identify and develop training requirements for tooling, test equipment and other areas.
7. Support Lean activities.

Additional Functions:

1. Perform tasks assigned to department mechanics or leads during their absence, when required.
2. Comply with standard operating procedures.
3. Complete all required paperwork and documentation to include CMP cards, Travelers, and R&I log.
4. Comply with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment. Ensure aircraft interior is protected (PTP). Assist in the development and implementation of related initiatives.
5. Perform repairs on installations that require a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.
6. Assist in training subordinates in proper techniques, processes and procedures.

Other Requirements:

1. Thorough knowledge of manufacturing procedures and specifications, plant safety, tooling, and quality requirements.
2. Familiar with CATIA V5 and Solumina software.
3. Established track record of troubleshooting manufacturing or installation processes.
4. Proficient knowledge of all applicable machinery and processes necessary to perform the job.
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
6. Ability to communicate and impart knowledge to others.
7. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
8. Ability to work any shift.
9. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information:

• Requisition Number: 234458
• Category: Operations
• Percentage of Travel: None
• Shift: First
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Posting End Date: 10/09/2026