Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
RS Sheetmetal Tech II (FAR)£5000 Sign On Bonus
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RS Sheetmetal Tech II (FAR) £5000 Sign On Bonus in GAC Farnborough
Unique Skills:
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.
Aircraft sheet metal experience
Education and Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience of sheetmetal and/or fabrication experience.
- Valid Driver’s License required.
Position Purpose:
The Sheetmetal Technician II works under general supervision to safely layout, fabricate, and install parts, equipment, and fabricated items on aircraft 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 sheet-metal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment, or fabricated items on aircraft under general supervision.
- Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs, and quality specifications.
- Use blueprints to cut and form plastics and follow standard operating procedures when using adhesives, sealants, and solvents.
- Utilizing proper tooling, shape and form complex angles and configurations according to blueprint specifications or written/verbal information.
- Safely operate shop equipment such as: brakes, presses, riveting equipment, shears, and hand tools associated with sheet-metal functions.
- Use the proper hardware for various sheetmetal applications.
- Comply with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies.
- Use personal protective equipment as required.
- Ensure aircraft interior is protected (PTP).
- Assist in monthly 5S audits.
- Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and to sign-off work.
- Assist in developing initiatives to meet individual OGSM requirements, as required.
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Additional Functions:
- Participate in continuous improvement activities (e.g., YIAW, Kaizen events, etc.).
- Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment and return items to tool room after use.
- Ensure standard operating procedures are followed when operating ground support equipment.
- 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.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
- A working knowledge of sheet-metal installation and fabrication processes (measuring, cutting, bending, forming, and drilling of aluminum sheet stock, angle, and honeycomb) is required.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
- Valid driver's license required to operate towing and other Gulfstream transportation equipment.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Able to use tools and equipment associated with sheetmetal installation and fabrication work.
- Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds, and work any shift.
- Must have a good working knowledge of computers and experience working with Microsoft Office suite.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
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Additional Information
- Requisition Number: 232600
- Category: Maintenance
- Percentage of Travel: None
- Shift: UK Shift Pattern 4x4 1900-700
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Posting End Date: 07/23/2026
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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