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Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

GKN Aerospace Inc
United States, California, Garden Grove
Apr 22, 2025

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

At GKN Aerospace, we are pioneers in aerospace and defense manufacturing, dedicated to innovation, precision, and excellence. Our cutting-edge technology and commitment to quality have positioned as the worldwide leader in military aircraft canopies and commercial aircraft passenger cabin windows. Join us in shaping the future of aerospace and defense!


Job Summary

The General Maintenance Mechanic acts under general maintenance orders, repairs and maintains in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacturer's specifications, machining and mechanical equipment, such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, and production machines and equipment, using hand tools and precision measuring and testing instruments.

Job Responsibilities

  • Trouble shoots and corrects mechanical and electrical malfunctions.
  • Designs or modifies designs for machine, apparatus or equipment.
  • Prepares necessary construction details and determines production methods.
  • Provides assistance, as required on construction, manufacturing methods, materials and processes.
  • Plans and/or performs the construction and installation of engines, machines, and industrial equipment.
  • Works to tolerances as required for satisfactory operation of equipment and code specifications.
  • Trouble shoots and corrects mechanical and electrical malfunctions.
  • Performs welding, heating, ventilating, air conditioning and cabinet work.
  • Performs work with little supervision.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Required Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent.
  • 5 years General Mechanic experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Must be able to lift over 50 lbs and work at various heights for extended periods.
  • US Person per ITAR regulations to comply with export compliance and site SSA requirements.



Preferred Qualifications:



  • HVAC, Electrical, Welding, Pipe Fitting experience
  • Proficient at using CMMS.

Compensation Data

The compensation for this position is:

$21.94/hour - $37.58/hour

Why Join Us:

* Work with cutting-edge technology and innovative projects.

* Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

* Competitive salary and benefits package.

* Professional development and growth opportunities.

* Be part of a company shaping the future of aerospace and defense.

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we've created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It's a culture that won us 'The Best Workplace Culture Award'. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We're also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We arethe place where human dreams, plus humanendeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.






Nearest Major Market: Orange County

Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles

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