Technical Services Manager

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA is seeking a Technical Services Manager to lead the Structures Fuselage and Interiors teams, overseeing support for in-service aircraft and AOG/Non-AOG scenarios. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in aviation maintenance or related field and at least 10 years of experience, with 5 years in supervisory roles; A&P license is preferred.

You will report to upper management, develop staffing plans, and liaison with customers, delivering high levels

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aviation maintenance or related field required.
• 10 years of experience providing technical support to in-service transport aircraft.
• 5 years progressively responsible supervisory experience in the aerospace industry.

Responsibilities

• Chair the daily SFSR meeting and direct support efforts.
• Set priorities and provide technical and non-technical advisement.
• Drive Lean initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Forecast manpower needs and staffing gaps.
• Develop training plans and conduct performance reviews.
• Interface with owners/operators to resolve aircraft issues.
• Communicate project status to senior management.
• Manage large Product Support projects with resources.
• Oversee 24/7 Airborne Product Support dispatch.
• Support events and forums as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Lean principles

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in aviation maintenance or related field

A&P license

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Employment Type: Full-time

Technical Services Managerin 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.

Manage/oversee all aspects of the structures fuselage and interiors teams in support of internal and external customers. Oversite of Customer Support work orders produced in support of customer requests and overall support scenarios regarding all aspects of Structures Fuselage and Interiors aircraft systems troubleshooting and support for AOG and Non AOG aircraft to meet next schedule flights. Communicate executive level reporting of aircraft support scenarios to include up to L1 and VP or Sr VP level reporting of ongoing support scenarios. Manage accurate reporting of support scenarios via SFSR and any internal associated reporting to include quality, COS, GIAP, Safety, EHS and SMS reports. Understanding and experience with Gulfstream customer support and fleet support processes, specifically internal to Technical Operations, Field Service and FAST support is a plus.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in aviation maintenance, a related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 10 years experience related to providing technical support to in-service transport aircraft to include at least. 5 years progressively responsible supervisory experience in the aerospace industry.

Position Purpose:The Technical Services Manager is responsible for planning and providing overall direction to the groups within Technical Operations and ensuring the highest level of customer support is delivered. During escalated, sensitive, and special support efforts, the Technical Services Manager provides guidance and recommendations to Operations Managers and General Managers in the Gulfstream Product Support network and ensures that a support plan is identified, coordinated, and executed. This position interfaces between Product Support Senior Management and is responsible for managing the day to day Technical Operations support efforts.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions

• Chair the daily Service Fleet Status Report (SFSR) meeting to identify safety of flight issues and direct the support efforts of the in-service fleet.
• Provide direction and support to Technical Operations Supervisors to include identifying special work assignments, establishing priorities and providing technical & non-technical support advisement.
• Actively manage & monitor department to CIO, Organizational, EIP, and Contact Center goals to achieve stated objectives. .
• Identify and champion Lean initiatives and projects within Technical Operations that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall support. Mentor LSS specialists within Technical Operations.
• Monitor and trend departmental metrics and data to establish manpower forecasting. Provide business case & recommendations for staffing enhancements, gaps in technical coverage, and other personnel requirements.
• Establish departmental development and training plans; communicate departmental performance expectations; conduct performance appraisals and make other personnel decisions, as required.
• Implement and administer department operating processes, procedures, and standards to ensure consistency with corporate policies.
• Interface with Gulfstream owners and/or operators to resolve difficult situations or aircraft issues.
• Provide both verbal and written communications on behalf Gulfstream Product Support.
• Coordinate, compile, and communicate customer or fleet specific data at a high level to facilitate informed and concise decisions. .
• Manage large scale Product Support projects that coordinate resources, tooling, and manpower to reduce cost impact while setting & meeting customer expectations.
• Manages the Airborne Product Support aircraft 24/7 and dispatches the aircraft to support customers in the field.
• Support Customer Appreciation Breakfast, Customer Advisory Board, Operators Conference, NBAA, Customer Forums, and PAMA Presentations as required.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

• An A&P license and four (4) years of related aircraft experience in addition to ten (10) years combined aircraft maintenance and operations experience may offset the Bachelors degree.
• A good understanding of Windows computer applications including the use of standard computer word and data processing programs (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite) and appropriate typing skills required.
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills required.
• Must have complete understanding of customer requirements and how to utilize resources to meet them.
• Airframe and Powerplant license is preferred, but not required.
• This position may require working first, second, third, swing, or weekend shifts.

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

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 236296

Category: Management

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 10/01/2026

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

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