Master Craftsperson in Tulsa, Oklahoma at Gulfstream
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Master Craftsperson in GAC Tulsa
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 worlds finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.
Mulitple Shifts Available!
Key Skills
- Serve as the subject matter expert for composite bonding methods, materials, processes, and reworking of complex bonded assemblies, with a minimum of 6 years composite bonding rework experience.
- Independently perform highly complex composite bonding operations requiring exceptional precision, craftsmanship, and adherence to aerospace standards
- Provide technical guidance for production, engineering, and quality teams regarding composite manufacturing and bonding requirements.
- Review and recommend improvements to work instructions, process specifications, and manufacturing standards.
- Investigate composite manufacturing, bonding, assembly, tooling, and installation issues.
- Identify root causes of defects such as disbonds, delamination, porosity, contamination, cure issues, and dimensional non-conformities.
- Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions that improve quality and production efficiency.
- Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Production Leadership to resolve technical challenges.
- Assist in evaluating new adhesives, materials, tooling concepts, and manufacturing methods.
- Support implementation of process improvements and best practices.
- Complete all required documentation on rework orders, travelers, bond records, cure logs, and production records.
- Support production during critical schedules, customer visits, and special projects.
- Assist in the development and validation of new bonding processes and equipment.
- Ensure proper storage, handling, and shelf-life control of adhesives, prepregs, and composite materials.
- Expert knowledge of aerospace composite materials, adhesives, core materials, and bonding systems.
- Thorough understanding of composite fabrication, rework, and assembly processes.
- Advanced knowledge of blueprint reading, engineering drawings, GD&T, and process specifications.
- Understanding of autoclave and oven cure processes, vacuum systems, and environmental controls.
- Familiarity with CATIA V5, Solumina, MES systems, or equivalent manufacturing software.
- Proven record of solving complex composite bonding and manufacturing challenges.
- Ability to train, mentor, and transfer technical knowledge to others.
Proficient in the use of:
- Cure monitoring equipment such as hot bonders/ portable bonders
- Vacuum bagging systems
- Composite layups: dry layup and prepreg material types
- Bonding fixtures and tooling
- Precision measuring equipment
- Surface preparation equipment
- Sanders, routers, drill presses, and cutting equipment
- Adhesive dispensing and mixing systems
- Inspection and test equipment
High School Diploma or GED required. 10 years extensive experience in production/manufacturing/service center.
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.
Job DescriptionPrinciple Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
Additional Functions:
Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: 236808
Category: Operations
Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
Shift: Multiple Shifts
Employment Type: Full-time
Posting End Date: 12/31/2026
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.
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