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We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual\nto reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect,\nand integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and\ndelivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.\nThe successful candidate will:\n-Implement lean manufacturing initiatives throughout the flight test operations environment\n-Drive for cycle time and waste reductions\n-Develop, plan and implement business layouts, process flows, tooling/equipment and cost and quality improvements\n-Have experience leading and communicating technical topics to non-technical audiences\nPrevious experience working as a floor support Manufacturing Engineer with Gulfstream and/or in a high-paced\naviation manufacturing/mechanical environment is highly preferred.\nExperience with SmarTeam, CATIA v5, Solumina II (specifically working Discrepancy Reports/Items, work order alteration),\nAircraft Information Retrieval (AIR), SAP (M-BOM creation, item creation) or similar software is highly desired.\nOther Requirements:\nProven knowledge and understanding of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles and processes.\nKnowledgeable in Engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.\nEducation and Experience Requirements\nBachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 4 years manufacturing engineering, planning, or related technical experience. 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Prepare a report of recommendations for equipment needed and correct methods of manufacturing (including sequence of operations and detailed methodology of complex assemblies and installations as well as detail components).\n Author detailed work instructions that optimize manufacturing process efficiency and opportunity for zero defects with functional Operations Engineer.\n Author DRDI/DMT rework instructions to support effective corrective actions.\n Author MBOM in SAP/Solumina/Corridor (as applicable) to ensure all parts defined by Engineering are installed during the assembly/installation process.\n Generate make-or-buy proposals and recommend corrective actions for areas of responsibility; evaluate vendors, attend vendor negotiations, and assist in resolving problems.\n Conduct research, investigation, and analysis in connection with assigned planning or other assigned projects, to ensure conformance to requirements.\n Investigate and assist in preparing justification for equipment and facility requests.\n Perform productibility studies from engineering drawings.\n Apply statistical methods to estimate future Manufacturing requirements; make necessary computer inputs and generate data or reports as needed.\n Prioritize workloads based on schedules and needs; provide completion dates and work estimates based on available resources, past performance schedules, etc.\n Keep current on state-of-the-art manufacturing developments.\n Incorporate Lean Manufacturing Methodology into existing and future processes.\n Develop business case and present to management for process improvement approval.\n Assume the duties of the ME Group Head in his/her absence.\n Assign and review work of subordinate personnel.\n Supervise and train subordinates in work methods and procedures in the efficient and effective use of company resources to resolve work-related or quality problems.\n Lead/coordinate the implementation of projects between multiple orgs.\n Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to manufacturing methods as a team member/leader.\n Support all Safety, Sustainability and Ergonomic Initiatives. .\nAdditional Functions: Ensure quality policies are being practiced; make recommendations to improve quality. .\nPerform other duties as assigned.Other Requirements: Proven knowledge and understanding of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles and processes. . \n Knowledgeable of Engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math. \n Ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers, CADAM, CATIA, Solumina, SAP, Corridor. \n Complete understanding and experience implementing Lean Manufacturing Concepts: 5S, JIT, SMED, KanBan, VSM, One Piece Flow, etc. \n Working knowledge of Six-Sigma or other data-driven decision making experience highly desirable. \n Lean Six-Sigma Green Belt, equivalent certification, or proven experience in a Lean Six-Sigma environment highly desirable. \nThis job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.\nAdditional Information\nRequisition Number: 236337\nCategory: Operations Engineering\nPercentage of Travel: Up to 25%\nShift: Weekend Days\nEmployment Type: Full-time\nPosting End Date: 11/20/2026\nEqual Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans\nGulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.\nLegal Information | Site Utilities | Contacts | Sitemap\nCopyright © 2025 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. 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