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Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Aircraft Completions Sr Manager

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, Savannah, Georgia, United States, 31441

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Company:

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Title:

Aircraft Completions Sr Manager in GAC Savannah

Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Management, Aviation Maintenance or related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 6 years related experience in an aviation, engineering or operations role. 6 years people management experience with accountability and ownership of employee relations activities, including but not limited to; writing and delivering performance reviews, making hiring and termination recommendations, making compensation recommendations, driving employee development, etc. Master’s Degree in related curriculum may offset 2 years of related experience and 2 years of people management experience requirement.

Position Purpose:

Provides direction and strategic oversight to Completions operations (e.g. sheetmetal, cabinet, wood finish, upholstery, avionics) and service personnel to ensure that aircraft are completed within customer requirements and FAA regulations. Span of control targeted at 3‑7 teams/departments within Compls org. Deals with complex/long‑term issues and bridges gap between front line and higher‑level leaders. Accountable for maintaining the engagement of the team by establishing environment of collaboration between team members and across business, creating a culture of development where all employees are supported in seeking growth opportunities, and guiding team to high quality performance.

Job Description Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure accurate and meaningful communication flow between leadership and team to ensure alignment.

Conduct regular contribution and development discussion with employees (end‑of‑year discussions, 1:1s, and skip level discussions) and support development investment for all team members.

Deliver timely Progressive Counseling when necessary to maintain safety, compliance, and appropriate behavior among team.

Establish and cascade departmental goals to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Ensure all work is completed in an efficient and timely manner that prioritizes requirements for safety and quality at the highest level.

Oversee initiatives encompassing Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement philosophies and concepts.

Develop and maintain manufacturing operations business plans to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, production costs, and image.

Provide guidance to the development of a manufacturing process plan, including personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, facility needs, and tooling and equipment needs.

Ensure all established costs, quality, and delivery commitments are met.

Coordinate manufacturing activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment.

Review production and operating reports and direct the resolution of operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.

Additional Functions

Model and reinforce safety and quality as the priority.

Execute pay planning for team.

Ensure accurate and meaningful communication flow between leadership and team.

Hire and onboard new team members to support overall success in organization.

Other Requirements

Must have demonstrated: leadership ability; business acumen; initiative; ability to work as a team player; ability to deliver results; ability to make decisions that support company objectives/policies.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 230278

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full‑time

Posting End Date: 01/31/2026

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.

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.

Nearest Major Market:

Savannah

Job Segment:

Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma, Facilities, Aerospace, Management, Aviation, Operations

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