Operations Engineer III - Special Missions

Operations Engineer III - Special Missions in GAC SavannahUnique Skills:Experience interpreting G550 blueprints is preferred but not required.Education and Experience RequirementsBachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, Aerospace 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, design engineering, or related technical experience. Position Purpose:Under moderate supervision, provides direct technical support to manufacturing operations and internal customers. Develops procedures and processes to streamline and optimize manufacturing operations. Interfaces with external suppliers for supplier related issues. Provides guidance and mentoring to entry level OE staff members.Job DescriptionPrinciple Duties and Responsibilities:Essential Functions: For manufacturing process to which individual is assigned: provide and maintain detailed work instructions, drive quality improvements, efficiency improvements, material presentation enhancements, manage the daily work plan, provide metrics for quality and schedule performance, and coordinate engineering and tooling changes as required. to meet Operations goals. Perform RCCA analysis on quality defects average mechanic should be able to perform task first time with no rejections. Perform technical studies of a complex nature, conduct analysis of operations (existing or proposed). Define equipment/tooling needs and correct methods of manufacturing (including sequence of operations and detailed methodology of complex assemblies and installations as well as detail components) to optimize production process. Contribute to the planning, developing and coordinating of important manufacturing and engineering projects aimed at process development and improvement in the manufacturing areas. Perform producibility studies from engineering drawings to identify opportunities to enhance manufacturing ability to meet requirements. Participate in Design for Manufacturing assessments with Engineering. Determine and develop individual approach to solutions within schedule and cost objectives. Provide training to OE Is and OE IIs as required. in work methods, procedures, and in the efficient and effective use of company resources to resolve work-related or quality problems. Independently lead/coordinate the implementation of projects among multiple organizations. Apply Lean principles to manufacturing methods as a team member or leader. Incorporate Lean Manufacturing Methodology into existing and future processes. Support all Safety, Sustainability and Ergonomic Initiatives. Aid in development and maintenance of Business Continuity Plan. Work under moderate supervision - work should only require review for alignment with general organizational strategy, and accuracy / consistency with meeting overall objectives.Additional Functions: Ensure quality policies are being practiced; make recommendations and implement procedures to improve quality. . Initiate and maintain accurate daily/weekly activity status based on work output, as required. . Can function as Operations Manager substitute. .Perform other duties as assigned.Other Requirements: Proven knowledge and understanding of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles and processes. . Knowledgeable of Engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math. Ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers, CADAM, CATIA, Solumina, SAP, Corridor. Complete understanding and experience implementing Lean Manufacturing Concepts: 5S, JIT, SMED, KanBan, VSM, One Piece Flow, etc. Working knowledge of Six-Sigma or other data-driven decision making experience highly desirable. Lean Six-Sigma Green Belt, equivalent certification, or proven experience in a Lean Six-Sigma environment highly desirable. This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.Additional InformationRequisition Number: 236046Category: Operations EngineeringPercentage of Travel: Up to 25%Shift: FirstEmployment Type: Full-timePosting End Date: 10/09/2026 Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected VeteransGulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.Legal Information | Site Utilities | Contacts | SitemapCopyright 2025 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. All Rights Reserved. A General Dynamics Company.Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft