SkillBridge Experimental Tech II in GAC Savannah
Unique Skills:
Must Be eligible for the DOD SkillBridge Program and remain eligible throughout the program
Must have 2 years experience in aviation, manufacturing, or electronics.
To be considered, candidates must be eligible for the DoD SkillBridge Program and meet all job-specific education and experience requirements. Preference will be given to those able to participate for at least 90 days, with a maximum of 180 days. Participants must be willing to work the assigned shift. Please note that military service members in a SkillBridge program are not eligible for wages or other benefits. To qualify, you must have 180 days or fewer remaining before your discharge date, have completed at least 180 consecutive days of active military service, obtain approval from your unit commander, and agree that participation may be terminated at any time by your service branch if mission requirements dictate.
High School Diploma or GED required. 2 years experience in aviation, manufacturing, or electronics.
Position Purpose:
Under limited to direct supervision perform operation activities in support of experimental, structural, and flammability testing. Operation activities could utilize skillsets related to sheet metal, instrumentation/electrical, fabrication, calibrations, hydraulic/pneumatics, large structural elements, test execution, etc.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
- Utilizing various skills, assemble and maintain complex test lab fixture and equipment .
-
Assemble, inspect, and repair complex test articles and specimens .
-
Assist with test executions .
-
Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required. and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk .
-
Show understanding of the experimental test process and internal lab SOPs and WMs .
-
Shows basic knowledge in some systems and capabilities used throughout the lab .
-
Communicate as required. to receive and understand work assignments. Sometimes coordinating directly with test engineering .
-
Perform other duties as assigned .
-
Provide status to their direct supervisor of progress or help needed on assigned projects .
Additional Functions:
- Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications .
-
Follow standard operating procedures when operating company and lab equipment .
-
Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered .
-
Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility .
-
Properly use and maintain Company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use .
Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
- Proficient in blueprint reading/interpretation and shop mathematics.
- Experience with basic hand tools.
- Experience with CAD packages and planning systems.
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: 234410
Category: Engineering Support
Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
Shift: First
Employment Type: Skillbridge
Posting End Date: 07/31/2026
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.
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft. #LI-GULFSTREAM
Nearest Major Market: Savannah
Job Segment: Testing, System Administrator, Aerospace, Test Engineer, Technology, Aviation, Engineering
