Gulfstream Aerospace

Manufacturing Engineer II

Gulfstream Aerospace$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related field required.
  • 18 months of Manufacturing Engineering or related technical experience.
  • Proven knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles.
  • Experience with computer-aided design and manufacturing software (e.g., CADAM, CATIA, SAP, Solumina, Corridor).
  • Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct technical studies and analysis of operations to recommend improvements.
  • Draft detailed work instructions that enhance process efficiency and minimize defects.
  • Create rework instructions to implement effective corrective actions.
  • Develop manufacturing bill of materials (MBOM) in relevant software to ensure accurate assembly processes.
  • Evaluate make-or-buy proposals and assist in vendor negotiations and problem resolution.
  • Research and analyze assigned planning projects to ensure compliance with requirements.
  • Perform productibility studies to enhance manufacturing capabilities and support design assessments.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule with minimal supervision.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
  • Engagement in safety and sustainability initiatives.
  • Participation in quality improvement projects and audits.
  • Collaboration within cross-functional teams to drive results.
Full Job Description
Manufacturing Engineer II in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills:

Completions experience preferred.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Eighteen months Manufacturing Engineering, planning, or related technical experience.

Position Purpose:

Under minimal supervision, independently prepare, conduct, and evaluate analyses for planning improvements and problem solving for manufacturing issues (production methods and procedures) in a specific function (including layout, production flow, tooling and production equipment, material fabrication, assembly methods and planning) in a Production or Post-Production environment.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:
  1. Perform technical studies of a complex nature, conduct analysis of operations (existing or proposed). Prepare a report of recommendations for equipment needed and correct methods of manufacturing (including sequence of operations and detailed methodology of complex assemblies and installations as well as detail components).
  2. Author detailed work instructions that optimize manufacturing process efficiency and opportunity for zero defects with functional Operations Engineer.
  3. Author DRDI/DMT rework instructions to support effective corrective actions.
  4. Author MBOM in SAP/Solumina/Corridor (as applicable) to ensure all parts defined by Engineering are installed during the assembly/installation process.
  5. Assist in make-or-buy proposals and recommend corrective actions for areas of responsibility; evaluate vendors, attend vendor negotiations, and assist in resolving vendor problems.
  6. Conduct research, investigation, and analysis in connection with assigned planning or other assigned projects, to ensure conformance to requirements.
  7. Investigate and assist in preparing justification for equipment and facility requests.
  8. Perform productibility studies from engineering drawings to identify opportunities to enhance manufacturing ability to meet requirements. Participate in Design for Manufacturing assessments with Engineering.
  9. Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential; make necessary computer inputs and generate data or reports as needed.
  10. Perform audit of co-workers output based on defined requirements and procedures. Must demonstrate knowledge of ME policies and procedures.
  11. Incorporate Lean Manufacturing Methodology into existing and future processes.
  12. With minimal supervision, lead/coordinate the implementation of projects between multiple organizations.
  13. Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to manufacturing methods as a team member or leader.
  14. Support all Safety, Sustainability and Ergonomic Initiatives. .
  15. Aid in development and maintenance of Business Continuity Plan. .


Additional Functions:
  1. Ensure Quality policies are being practiced; make recommendations and implement procedures to improve quality. .
  2. Initiate and maintain accurate daily/weekly activity status based on work output, as required. .


Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:
  1. Proven knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles.
  2. Must be knowledgeable about Engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.
  3. Ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers, CADAM, CATIA, Solumina, SAP, Corridor.
  4. Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification or higher preferred.
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 234069

Posting Type: Internal-External

Department: J0880-Completions Ops Planning _ME

Category: Operations Engineering

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary Grade:E5

Number of Openings: 1

Posting End Date: 07/10/2026

About Gulfstream Aerospace

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation is an American aircraft company and a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics. Gulfstream designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and services business jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 2,000 aircraft since 1958. Gulfstream's current range consists of the G280, G550, G500/G600, and G650/G650ER/G700/G800.
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