Operations Engineer II

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation; Savannah (GA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA seeks an Operations Engineer II to lead process optimization efforts on the manufacturing floor. You will develop and maintain detailed work instructions, drive quality and efficiency improvements, and coordinate tooling and production planning to meet overall site goals.

The role requires hands-on RCCA analysis, proficiency with manufacturing methods, and the ability to apply Lean and Six Sigma principles across cross-functional teams to improve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related curriculum required or equivalent experience.
• 18 months Manufacturing Engineering, planning, or related technical experience.
• Knowledgeable about engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain detailed work instructions, drive quality and efficiency improvements, manage the daily work plan, and coordinate engineering and tooling changes to meet operations goals.
• Perform RCCA analysis on quality defects and ensure first-time-right task execution.
• Conduct technical studies of a complex nature and analyze operations to define equipment/tooling needs and correct methods of manufacturing to optimize production processes.
• Generate make-or-buy proposals, evaluate vendors, attend vendor negotiations, and assist in resolving vendor problems.
• Investigate and analyze assigned planning or projects to ensure conformance to requirements and justify equipment/facility improvements.
• Perform producibility studies from engineering drawings and participate in Design for Manufacturing assessments with Engineering.
• Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing needs and generate data/reports.
• Keep current on state-of-the-art manufacturing developments and apply Lean/Six Sigma where appropriate.
• Provide training to OE I and lead/coordinate project implementations across organizations.
• Support safety, sustainability, ergonomic initiatives, and Business Continuity planning.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related curriculum

18 months Manufacturing Engineering, planning, or related technical experience

Tools

Catia V5

SmarTeam

SAP

Solumina

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Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Employment Type: Full-time

Operations Engineer IIin GAC Savannah

Demonstrated success conducting root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions. Experience defining and executing process optimization projects resulting in cost and cycle time reductions and/or product quality enhancements.

Manufacturing floor support, discrepancy rework planning, and engineering planning experience preferred.

Catia V5, SmarTeam, SAP, and Solumina experience preferred

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related curriculum required or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 18 months Manufacturing Engineering, planning, or related technical experience. Must be knowledgeable about Engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.Position Purpose:Work/Lead independently to prepare, conduct, and evaluate analyses for operations process optimization and problem solving for manufacturing issues (production methods and procedures) for a specific production process (including production sequence/flow, tooling and production equipment, layout, material fabrication, assembly methods and planning).

Job Description

Principle 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.
• Generate make-or-buy proposals and recommend corrective actions for areas of responsibility; evaluate vendors, attend vendor negotiations, and assist in resolving vendor problems.
• Conduct research, investigation, and analysis in connection with assigned planning or other assigned projects, to ensure conformance to requirements.
• Investigate and assist in preparing justification for equipment and facility improvements.
• Perform producibility studies from engineering drawings to identify opportunities to enhance manufacturing ability to meet requirements. Participate in Design for Manufacturing assessments with Engineering.
• Apply statistical methods to estimate future Manufacturing requirements and potential; make necessary computer inputs and generate data or reports as needed.
• Keep current on state-of-the-art manufacturing developments.
• Incorporate Lean Manufacturing Methodology into existing and future processes.
• Develop business case and present to management for process improvement approval.
• Provide training to OE I as required. in work methods and 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 and Six Sigma principles to manufacturing methods as a team member or leader.
• Support all Safety, Sustainability and Ergonomic Initiatives.
• Aid in development and maintenance of Business Continuity Plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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. .

Other Requirements

• Proven knowledge and understanding of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles and processes.
• Ability to influence across functional disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers, CATIA, etc.
• Lean Specialist certification or higher preferred.

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

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 236753

Category: Operations Engineering

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 10/12/2026

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: Facilities, Aerospace Engineering, Operations Manager, Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Operations, Engineering, Management