Toolmaker III

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.

Conventional machining experience.

High School Diploma or GED required. 5 years tooling experience and/or relevant training. Valid Drivers License required.

Construct, rework, repair, inspect and modify a wide range of tools from Engineering and Tool Design drawings using verbal or written instructions.

• Setup and proficiently operate tool shop machinery and equipment to fabricate, assemble, modify, and repair a wide range of tools from Engineering and/or Tool Design drawings. Lead one to two lower level toolmakers .
• Plan and lay out work from Engineering, Tool Design drawings and from specific manuals .
• Coordinate interrelated tooling along with primary task .
• Perform all calculations of material and machine cutters (speeds & feeds) .
• Set up and utilize precision measuring tools; check own work for conformance to specifications .
• Set up and conduct tool prove out on new and reworked tools .
• Communicate with others on work order status and completion of work .
• Responsible for the repair and maintenance of tooling fixtures, scaffolding, dollies, hoists and test equipment .
• Responsible for conducting visual and periodic inspections and proof loads on tooling .

• Comply with all safety regulations. .
• Operate cart and forklift. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must understand and apply shop math. Ability to read/understand complex blueprints, sketches, verbal instructions and tool design.
• Must understand Geometric Dimensional Tolerancing.
• Must be proficient in operating all tool shop machinery and the use of precision measuring devices.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Requisition Number: 237568

Category:
Operations

Percentage of Travel:
Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type:

Full-time

Posting End Date: 11/09/2026

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

Gulfstream designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft.