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Aircraft Completions Supervisor - Military Veterans

at General Dynamics

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Aircraft Completions Supervisor

Date: Dec 2, 2024

Location: Savannah, GA, US

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Aircraft Completions Supervisor in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills:

Aircraft furniture experience preferred

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. 2 years Of related technical experience.

Position Purpose:

The Supervisor will oversee and coordinate the work of a team. Span of control targeted at 10-15 individuals. The Supervisor will ensure that day-to-day Compls shop tasks are completed effectively and efficiently. They will handle scheduling, training, and immediate problem solving. Plans and schedules workloads, ensuring manpower and material come together supporting workflow targets. Complies with all duties and responsibilities set forth in the repair station inspection manual and the standard operating procedures manual. Accountable for maintaining the engagement of the team by establishing environment of collaboration, creating a culture of development where employees are supported in seeking growth opportunities, and guiding team to high quality performance.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

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


  • Conduct regular contribution and development discussions (end-of-year discussions and 1:1) and supports development investment for all team members .


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


  • Delivery timely Progressive Counseling when necessary to maintain safety, compliance, & appropriate behavior amongst team .


  • Ensures all department work is completed in a timely manner and meets requirements for quality and quantity .


  • Assigns production responsibilities, work plans and schedule requirements to teams to ensure that all jobs are completed in a matter that satisfies FAA regulations .


  • Ensures that department personnel are qualified and trained to perform work assignments .


  • Maintains a safe work environment; ensures that stringent housekeeping, 5S standards and safety procedures and practices are followed; ensures that tools/equipment meet safety requirements; leads trend and root cause analysis and accident investigations .


  • Ensures all required. paperwork and documentation, such as, ADTS, CDMS, CMP cards, and R&I log, and Corridor are accomplished .


  • 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 .


  • Promotes, encourages, and leads employees towards a continuous improvement culture. Leads the implementation of Lean Six Sigma initiatives .


  • Responsible for timekeeping for direct reports .


  • Additional Functions:
  • Make pay planning recommendations .


  • Hires and on boards new team members .


  • Ensures that aircraft interiors are protected (PTP) .


  • Leads efforts to continuously improve existing processes and procedures using Lean Manufacturing tools .


  • In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required. .


  • By own example, sets standards for professionalism, communication, team building and recognition of team members .


  • Establishes process controls to ensure a FOD free environment .


  • Actively promotes healthy workforce through the utilization of the Corporate Ergonomist and EHS resources .


  • Actively supports corporate initiative in resource sustainability .


  • Ensures department emergency action plans support the business units Business Continuity Plan and can be executed in a timely and effective manner .


  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Other Requirements:
  • Must be able to work overtime, weekends and shifts when required. to meet business need.


  • Additional Information

    Requisition Number: 223898

    Category: Operations

    Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

    Shift: First

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Posting End Date: 12/16/2024

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

    Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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    General Dynamics

    General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.

    Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.

    General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.

    Who We Are Looking For 

    General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization.  We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.

    Should I Apply?

    At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!

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