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How much do fastener engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for fastener engineer in Georgia is $85,918.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,900.00 and $98,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fastener engineer?

To thrive as a Fastener Engineer, you need expertise in mechanical engineering principles, materials science, and fastening technologies, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software, finite element analysis (FEA) tools, and industry standards such as ASTM or ISO is essential, and certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) can be advantageous. Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills help differentiate top candidates in this specialization. These abilities ensure safe, reliable fastener solutions and effective collaboration with cross-functional product development teams.

What does a fastener engineer do?

A typical day for a Fastener Engineer involves designing and selecting appropriate fastening solutions for mechanical assemblies, conducting performance testing, and collaborating with manufacturing and quality teams to ensure optimal application. You'll often review technical drawings, analyze load requirements, and troubleshoot issues with existing fastener systems. Fastener Engineers work closely with design engineers, suppliers, and procurement specialists to coordinate specifications and support seamless production. This collaborative environment allows for ongoing learning and the opportunity to make a significant impact on product reliability and safety.

What is a fastener engineer?

A Fastener Engineer specializes in the design, selection, testing, and application of fasteners such as bolts, screws, and rivets in various industries. They work to ensure fasteners meet performance, safety, and material specifications for specific applications. Their role involves collaboration with design engineers, manufacturers, and quality teams to improve fastening solutions and resolve technical challenges.

Infographic showing various Fastener Engineer job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,918 per year, or $41.3 per hour.

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Job description

Structural Mechanic 4 in  GAC Savannah


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.

Preferred Skills

  • Advanced sheet metal repair (riveting, drilling, countersinking, bucking, cold working).
  • Structural fabrication using blueprints, engineering drawings, and OEM specifications.
  • Installation and repair of aircraft skin panels, frames, ribs, and bulkheads.
  • Proficient with pneumatic and hydraulic tools (rivet guns, squeezers, drills).

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Education and Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required. 6 years related structural assembly experience. Experience working with Solumnia and Smarteam preferred.. Q-stamp preferred. Position Purpose: In a team oriented work environment, independently performs a variety of structural assembly operations using required. tools and appropriate prints, specs and operational requirements to complete work assignment, and ensure conformance to specification. Assists and instructs other team members. 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:
  1. Use ability as a skilled specialist to contribute to the development of employees and techniques and completes work in innovative and effective ways .
  2. Perform assembly and fitting of detail parts and structures and varied drilling and riveting operations; ensures parts/assembly meet requirements .
  3. Use complicated schematics/blueprints, engineering drawings and technical instructions to safely perform layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment or fabricated items on aircraft. Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs and quality specifications .
  4. Ability to move to new tasks with minimal, short-term impact to established goal hours and schedule .
  5. Rivet structural assemblies and parts using all tools required. to do the job (e.g. portable riveting guns, pneumatic drills, counter sinks, rivet shavers, files, reamers, rivets). Must display the ability to remove fasteners without damaging structures .
  6. Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, type size for rivets, hole pattern for rivets, cutand form plastics and follow standard operating procedures when using adhesives, sealants and solvents .
  7. Check all work and ensure a defect free assembly prior to final inspection .
  8. Mentor, train, and assist other team members in interpretation of blueprints, drawings, and engineering orders; develop methods and shop aids to resolve production installation difficulties and problems .
  9. Maintain and use all logs and records (e.g. MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, PCOs) .
  10. Align and assembles parts to be riveted using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners .
  11. Make repairs per Discrepant Material Tags (DMT), Material Review Request (MRR), Production Change Orders (PCO), performs necessary rework to ensure installations meet conformity .
  12. Plan and organize workloads and resource requirements to meet or exceed goal hours and schedule expectations. Assist in overseeing projects or other technicians and assesses requirements of assigned tasks to procure required. materials and documentation for assigned tasks .
  13. Maintain a neat and orderly work area, supports the company 5S, Lean Initiative Program, and complies with all safety regulations .
  14. Support Lean Activities, comply with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies .
Perform other duties as assigned. Other Requirements:
  1. Good working knowledge of computers and related software.
  2. Must be able to read and interpret blue prints.
  3. Must be skilled in close tolerance work and have knowledge of use of special tools and equipment. Should be able to use all tools required. to do the job.
  4. Must be able to use mathematical formulas by solving dimensional problems using fractions, decimal fractions and whole numbers.
  5. Thorough knowledge in the use of multiple measuring devices, demonstrated ability to use within specified tolerance.
  6. Must be able to work any shift.
  7. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  8. Must be able to climb ladders, stands, stairs and work in small spaces and/or restricted areas.
  9. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 234250

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: Multiple Shifts

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 08/31/2026 

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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