Savannah, Georgia, United States On-site Employment

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation is hiring an Operations Engineering Manager I

About the Role

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation is hiring an Operations Engineering Manager I to manage, plan, and direct Operations Engineering and Industrial Engineering activities for a specific manufacturing business unit. You will be responsible for achieving corporate goals and objectives across safety, quality, cost, and schedule, while overseeing multiple projects and process improvements.

What You'll Do

  • Plan and develop the Operations Engineering function, focusing on process optimization and lean manufacturing to support zero defect objectives.
  • Lead the implementation of lean manufacturing and materials initiatives.
  • Provide technical and management direction and training to subordinates.
  • Create future leaders through mentoring, coaching, and leadership development.
  • Develop, plan, and implement MBU layout, process flow, tooling/equipment, material handling, and cost and quality improvements.
  • Coordinate with internal and external organizations to ensure Beyond the Shop floor practices are used for new product development.
  • Oversee daily work planning for manufacturing areas to generate department metrics.
  • Analyze work performance reports to manage individual performance in area support.
  • Ensure accurate records and computerized data are maintained for all work.
  • Provide guidance and direction on career growth to employees.
  • Develop and monitor budget requirements, controlling expenditures to meet approved budgets.
  • Monitor progress, prioritize workloads based on schedule and need.
  • Ensure GAC and QIP policy is practiced; recommend and implement quality improvement procedures.
  • Manage facilities master plans and oversee improvement projects and maintenance effectiveness.
  • Design and implement environmentally conscious plans and practices for the MBU.
  • Provide a safe and healthy working environment for all MBU employees.
  • Provide direction for capital investments that reduce costs and improve quality.
  • Actively support concurrent engineering initiatives for smooth new product implementation.
  • Ensure adequate operations and industrial engineering support for assigned areas.
  • Provide leadership with ideas for new technology and methodology enabling world class manufacturing performance.

What We're Looking For

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a closely related curriculum, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 5 years of experience in aviation maintenance, manufacturing, or manufacturing engineering.
  • In-depth knowledge and experience with all aspects of manufacturing and industrial engineering, including engineering configuration, tooling design, quality, plant safety, and Lean concepts.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice to Have

  • Supervisory, team lead, or demonstrated project management experience.

Team & Environment

You will manage Operations Engineering and Industrial Engineering activities for a specific manufacturing business unit (MBU).

Work Mode

This is an onsite position located in Savannah.

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.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Required Skills
Aviation MaintenanceManufacturing EngineeringIndustrial EngineeringEngineering ConfigurationTooling DesignQuality ManagementPlant SafetyLean ConceptsLean PrinciplesOperations ManagementTeam LeadershipProcess Improvement
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Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports business jet aircraft. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics.

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Job Details
Department Engineering
Category management
Posted 14 days ago