Aircraft Interior Lead

Aircraft Interior Lead in GAC 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. Creating and delivering the world's finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

Cabinet maker experience preferred.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. Five years Aircraft Interior experience required or equivalent for the applicable position; i.e. Sheetmetal, Cabinetry, Finish, or Upholstery. FAA A&P license or be able to obtain a repairman certificate within 30 days of start date. A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license preferred. Repairman certificate preferred.

Position Purpose:

Under general direction, assist with directing and coordinating all activities and personnel involved with interior modification of aircraft to ensure timely and cost effective fulfillment of delivery schedules and optimum quality and standards.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Develop work schedules, estimates and status reports; aids in establishing priorities and assigns works to subordinates to meet or exceed scheduled commitments.
2. Coordinate work assignments with other departments and works closely with engineering and contract administrators to ensure proper fabrication and completion of assigned tasks.
3. Ensure all workmanship is of highest quality; provide recommendations for continuous quality and process improvement and reduction of cycle time.
4. Report to management on status of all assignments; prepare and maintain department records and reports.
5. Instruct, coach and assist subordinates in the interpretation of work procedures, blueprints, and engineering specifications; providing training in work methods and procedures and development of employees interpersonal skills to enhance flow of departmental tasks.
6. Follow up and expedite corrective action in shop controlled operations such as workmanship, absenteeism and similar factors that interfere with schedules and create discrepancies or rework.
7. Implement and monitor a continuous safety program with respect to operation of equipment, work practices and work areas. Continuously enforce FOD regulations. Instruct personnel on good housekeeping practices and supervise maintenance of a clean work area.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. Ability to read and interpret engineering orders and blueprints.
2. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, implement and obtain objectives with minimal direction.
3. Must have demonstrated leadership ability and possess strong communication skills. Able to remain calm in high stress situations and uses sound judgment to make sound decisions in adverse situations.
4. Logical reasoning skills.
5. Self disciplined with excellent communication skills.
6. Very meticulous and detailed oriented.
7. Ability to adapt and implement new procedures resulting in greater organizational productivity.
8. Must be able to climb ladders and stairs.
9. Must be able to work in small-space restricted area.
10. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
11. 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.