Aircraft Completions Supervisor

Gulfstream • St. Louis, MO

8d • $46 - $60

About The Position

The Aircraft Completions Supervisor oversees and coordinates a team, with a target span of control of 10–15 individuals. The supervisor ensures day-to-day completions shop tasks are carried out effectively and efficiently; manages scheduling, training, and immediate problem solving; and plans workloads so that manpower and materials support workflow targets. The role complies with duties and responsibilities in the repair station inspection manual and standard operating procedures manual. It is accountable for team engagement, collaboration, employee development, and high-quality performance.

The position is based at Gulfstream's St. Louis location, supports back shop weekends, and is a safety-sensitive role. The schedule is Weekend Days. Overtime, weekends, and shifts may be required to meet business needs. The position may include aircraft flight tests in support of certification and final-phase testing. No travel is expected.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of related technical experience.
• FAA A&P license or ability to obtain a Repairman Certificate within 30 days of the start date.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and shifts when required to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and meaningful communication between leadership and the team to maintain alignment.
• Conduct regular contribution and development discussions, including end-of-year discussions and one-on-ones, and support development investment for team members.
• Establish and cascade departmental goals aligned with organizational goals.
• Deliver timely progressive counseling when necessary to maintain safety, compliance, and appropriate behavior.
• Ensure department work is completed efficiently and on time, prioritizing safety and quality.
• Assign production responsibilities, work plans, and schedules so jobs are completed in compliance with FAA regulations.
• Ensure department personnel are qualified and trained for their assignments.
• Maintain a safe work environment; enforce housekeeping, 5S, safety procedures, and safe tool and equipment use; lead trend and root-cause analysis and accident investigations.
• Ensure required paperwork and documentation, including ADTS, CDMS, CMP cards, the R&I log, and Corridor, are completed.
• Coordinate with engineering, finance, materials, quality, and other departments to meet schedules and budgets and resolve problems.
• Assist with troubleshooting production-process and equipment problems while minimizing costs and preventing delivery delays.
• Promote continuous improvement and lead implementation of Lean Six Sigma initiatives.
• Manage timekeeping for direct reports.
• Model and reinforce safety and quality as priorities.
• Make pay-planning recommendations.
• Hire and onboard new team members.
• Ensure aircraft interiors are protected (PTP).
• Lead continuous improvement of processes and procedures using Lean Manufacturing tools.
• Support aircraft certification and final-phase testing, which may include aircraft flight tests as required.
• Set standards by example for professionalism, communication, team building, and recognition of team members.
• Establish process controls to maintain a FOD-free environment.
• Promote workforce health using Corporate Ergonomist and EHS resources.
• Support corporate resource-sustainability initiatives.
• Ensure department emergency action plans support the business unit's Business Continuity Plan and can be executed effectively and promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Employee assistance plan.
• Voluntary programs including adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Paid leave.
• Tuition assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED