Savannah, GA, US
Experimental Test - Instrumentation Technical Specialist II in GAC Savannah
Unique Skills:
Primary Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, and execute structural and materials test programs.
- Operate and troubleshoot MTS load frame systems and support MOOG-controlled hydraulic systems.
- Develop test procedures, setups, and reports.
- Conduct ASTM and other industry-standard tests for metallic and composite materials.
- Design and execute non-standard and experimental test methods.
- Analyze test data and provide technical recommendations.
- Support and mentor engineers and technicians in test execution and best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials Engineering, or related field.
- Significant experience with structural or materials testing.
- Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting MTS load frame systems.
- MTS 793, Test Works Elite
- Experience with servo-hydraulic testing and closed-loop control systems.
- Working knowledge of material testing principles for metals and composite materials.
- Experience writing test plans, procedures, and reports.
- Strong technical problem-solving and communication skills.
- Knowledge of ASTM testing standards and material characterization methods.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with MOOG hydraulic control systems.
- Experience with environmental systems
- Experience with tensile, compression, shear, fatigue, and durability testing.
- Familiarity with strain gages, extensometers, load cells, and data acquisition systems.
- Calibration of systems including load cells, LVDTs, extensometers, etc.
- Knowledge of Wheatstone bridges for designing transducers
Education and Experience Requirements
Job Description
- Selects appropriate methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to resolve complex engineering issues .
- Is consulted extensively by associates and others as a recognized authority within the field .
- Anticipates and resolves complex issues in creative and effective ways, developing standards and guides for diverse engineering activities .
- Approach to problem solving balances technical product, cost and schedule .
- Works without appreciable direction; work is reviewed from a long-range perspective for desired results .
- Exercises latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments, and makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative .
- Maintains a current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related aircraft fields in order to recommend innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of company product .
- Advanced degree in engineering, or related curriculum preferred.
- The level of technical skill and abilities appropriate for this grade will be established by each discipline.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: 236750
Category: Engineering
Percentage of Travel: None
Shift: First
Employment Type: Full-time
Posting End Date: 12/04/2026
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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