Operations Manager II

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Savannah is seeking an Operations Manager II. This role involves assigning production responsibilities, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should hold a degree in a relevant field and have at least 18 months of management experience. The position offers a full-time shift and includes travel requirements up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• 18 months managerial experience in a technical role.
• Proven leadership in supervisory positions.

Responsibilities

• Assign production responsibilities and ensure FAA compliance.
• Coordinate across departments to meet schedules and budgets.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing.

Skills

Leadership ability

Teamwork

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Database management (Excel)

Presentation skills (PowerPoint)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Management, Aviation Maintenance or related curriculum

Job description

Overview

Operations Manager II in GAC Savannah

Responsibilities

• Assigns production responsibilities, work plans and schedule requirements to department leads and coordinators to ensure that all jobs are completed in a manner that satisfies FAA regulations.
• Coordinates with engineering, finance, materials, quality and other departments to ensure that schedules and budgets are met and problems are resolved.
• Assists in troubleshooting to solve production process problems with processes and equipment already in operation while minimizing costs and preventing delivery delays.
• Enforces quality standards; monitors and provides corrective action for workmanship issues.
• Conducts periodic audits to ensure compliance with appropriate Quality Assurance Procedures (QAP); Identifies necessary changes in the QAP and coordinates with the Quality Assurance team to develop and implement revised or new procedures.
• Executes manufacturing strategy for the department(s) encompassing Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement philosophies and concepts. Leads the implementation of Lean Six Sigma initiatives.
• Promotes, encourages and leads assigned employees and MBU(s) towards continuous process and performance improvement.
• Ensures that the department(s) has adequate resources to perform assigned tasks. Implements company policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains a safe work environment; ensures that stringent housekeeping, 6S standards and safety procedures and practices are followed; ensures that tools/equipment meet safety requirements; leads trend and root cause analysis and accident investigations.
• Provides input for the development of the business units strategic plans to ensure that budget, product cost, productivity, inventory levels, delivery performance and quality objectives/expectations and operational goals are met throughout the department(s).
• Develops subordinate personnel to have the technical skills, training and certifications necessary to perform their job.
• Encourages innovation and maintains awareness of best practices across the company and manufacturing industry.
• Ensures departmental emergency action plans support the business units Business Continuity Plan and can be executed in a timely and effective manner.
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor\'s Degree in Engineering, Management, Aviation Maintenance or related curriculum or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• 18 months managerial 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. in a technically related role (i.e. aviation maintenance, general manufacturing).
• Proven leadership ability and effectiveness in an entry-level supervisory role.
• Must have demonstrated the ability to work as a team player and the ability to deliver results.
• Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing.
• Proficient in using computerized database management (Excel) and presentation systems (PowerPoint).

Additional Information

• Requisition Number: 228502
• Category: Operations
• Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
• Shift: First
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Posting End Date: 09/29/2025
• 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