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[Apply on General Dynamics’s careers site →](https://www.gd.com/careers/structural-mechanic-ii-appleton-wi-us-237447-gac-opportunity) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [General Dynamics](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/) / Structural Mechanic II ## Job description Responsibilities for this Position Structural Mechanic II Structural Mechanic II in GAC Appleton Unique Skills: Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated people who are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide. Let your career take flight Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated individuals who are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide. Gulfstream Aerospace Careers Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage starting on day 1 retirement savings plan Visit www.gulfstreambenefits.com to learn more about our benefits plans. Multiple Shifts ### Education and Experience Requirements High School Diploma or GED required. 2 years related structural assembly experience. Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.. ### Position Purpose In a team oriented work environment, under minimal supervision, Structural Mech II performs a variety of structural assembly operations in a production department following established operating procedures. All work performed should be in accordance with company design specifications, quality standards and completed work should meet customer expectations. ### Job Description Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: Safely perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations; ensures parts/assembly meet requirements Safely perform sheetmetal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment or fabricated items on aircraft. Rivet structural assemblies and parts using all tools required. to do the job (e.g. portable riveting guns, pneumatic guns, pneumatic drills, counter sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets). Must display the ability to remove fasteners without damaging structure. Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, type size and hole pattern for rivets, cut and form plastics and follow standard operating procedures when using adhesives, sealants, and solvents. Check all work and ensure a defective free assembly prior to final inspection. Maintain and use all logs and records (e.g. MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs). Align and assemble parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners. Utilizing proper tooling, shape and form complex angles and configurations according to blueprint specifications or written/verbal information. Make repairs per Discrepant Material Tags (DMT), Material Review Request (MRR), Production Change Orders (PCO), performs necessary rework to ensure installations meet conformity. Maintain a neat and orderly work area, supports the company 5S Program, and complies with all safety regulations. Use personal protective equipment as required. Able to work with minimal supervision on duties and tasks. Participate in continuous improvement activities (e.g. YIAW, Kaizen events, etc.). Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment and returns items to tool room after use. Ensure standard operating procedures are followed when operating ground support equipment. ### Additional Functions Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags. Ensure accurate daily job charging to the aircraft. Exchange job related information and coordinate work activities between shifts through turn over report meetings and direct contact with leadership. Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs. Support Lean Activities. Perform other duties as assigned. ### Other Requirements Must be able to read and interpret blue prints. Basic computer skills and basic shop math skills. 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. Ability to work with composite resins and materials. Must be able to work any shift. Must be able to climb ladders/stands/stairs and work in small spaces or restricted areas & lift 50 lbs. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. ### Additional Information Requisition Number 237447 Category: Operations Percentage of Travel: Up to 25% Shift: First Employment Type: Full-time Posting End Date: 11/10/2026 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. Legal Information | Site Utilities | Contacts | Sitemap Copyright 2025 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. All Rights Reserved. A General Dynamics Company. 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 PI288019672 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 28, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Nov 2, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 9, 2026 - Listed for: 12 days - Location: Appleton, WI, US - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on General Dynamics’s careers site →](https://www.gd.com/careers/structural-mechanic-ii-appleton-wi-us-237447-gac-opportunity) ## Hiring at General Dynamics - Open jobs: 3,216 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 13, 2026 [All General Dynamics jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at General Dynamics ### [Tech Spec I - Completions Avionics/Electrical Engineer (Appleton, WI)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/0a1ff628ae3b9c7df730/) Appleton, WI, US ### [Structural Mechanic II](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/04337eef62c4525a8207/) Brunswick, GA, US ### [Structural Mechanic II](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/3533e8313eee84ecb795/) Savannah, GA, US ### [Structural Mechanic III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/d43eeb55ed5b0fa6fce5/) Savannah, GA, US ### [Structural Mechanic III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/0cbc1dff5a6961d7a5ee/) Tulsa, OK, US ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Structural Sys Mechanic](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/62e6ee050a4f65219e2a/) Lockheed Martin · Sunnyvale, CA ### [Aircraft Structural Mechanic (Helicopter)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/d2e0f92799bfe8865230/) Lockheed Martin · Huntsville, AL ### [Engineer Senior – Structural](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/2908d963bee682df4926/) BAE Systems · Boulder, Colorado, United States ### [Lead Design Engineer - Structural Steel](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/806efb33239a3a141e4c/) Eaton · Woodridge, Illinois, USA [Jobs in Appleton, WI](/locations/us/wi/appleton/)[Jobs in Wisconsin](/locations/us-wi/)[Skilled Trades & Maintenance jobs](/functions/skilled-trades-maintenance/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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