Test Lab - Experimental Integration Specialist I

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation•Savannah, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, perform material analysis activities in support of experimental, structural, and/or flammability testing. This role involves performing various administrative, engineering support, and liaison functions relating to analyzing and initiating procurement and material flow related actions with Engineering, Dispatchers, Warehouse Operations, Suppliers, and Test Engineering. The specialist will work closely with external customers to coordinate timely and accurate resolutions to support internal Experimental Test personnel. Responsibilities include soliciting quotes, conducting bid evaluations, evaluating costs, negotiating optimum delivery schedules, and ensuring the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality, standard terms and conditions (MOAs). The role also involves the preparation and communication of purchase requisitions for mission-critical components, balancing production requirements, inventory objectives, and material acquisition costs. Additionally, the specialist will assist Manufacturing Engineers with SAP Material Master creation and enrichment, and complete Solumina Data Collect entries and Buyoffs for Materials Operations. Additional duties include conducting meetings to update and maintain the status of project materials and parts, mentoring subordinates, and creating/updating department procedures. The job requires the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Requirements

Motivated and self-starter
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Willing to think outside the box to develop unique solutions to challenges.
Excellent with multitasking and able to quickly shift priorities.
Ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers, CADAM, CATIA, etc.
Highly proficient with MS Office software (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
Highly proficient proficiency with Solumina, SAP and/or ERP
SAP/ Solumina transaction experience consistent with Manufacturing Engineer I.
Highly proficient with Supply Chain Action Request (SCAR)
Material / Production Control - managing flow of materials through multiple shops (e.g. - suppliers and internal-backshops)
Experience creating Material Item Masters and Enrichment in SAP
Experience with Catia v5 / Smarteam
Solumina Work Plan Creation, DRDI process and Rework Order creation experience
Experience with SAP Work Order creation and release
Proficient with specification and planning resource research (e.g. AIR, GAMPS, IHS, SUDs, SGs, MEPS, VEMEDs and MEJIs)
Knowledgeable about Engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math
Experience with procurement
Basic knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Management, Aviation, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
5 years experience in manufacturing, materials, or manufacture engineering.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

Test environment experience preferred
Solumina Work Order and Operation Alteration process
CATIA Flat Pattern / Drawing experience
Manufacturing Engineering Modeling
GSBI
Lean Specialist certification or higher preferred
PQ Stamp considered a plus
Ability to manage multiple large scale projects with minimal supervision
Experience in inventory processes and control of all types of materials preferred.
Experience in manufacturing shop floor material control or warehousing preferred.
Experience in a test, labs, or related environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform various administrative, engineering support, and liaison functions relating to analyzing and initiating procurement and material flow related action with Engineering, Dispatchers, Warehouse Operations, Suppliers, and Test Engineering.
Work closely with external customers to coordinate timely and accurate resolutions to support internal Experimental Test personnel.
Solicit quotes, conduct bid evaluations, evaluate costs, negotiate optimum delivery schedules and ensure the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality, standard terms and conditions (MOAs), and where appropriate.
Preparation and communication of purchase requisitions of mission critical components, balancing production requirements, inventory objectives and material acquisition costs.
Assists Manufacturing Engineers with SAP Material Master creation and enrichment.
Completes Solumina Data Collect entries and Buyoffs for Materials Operations.
Conducts meetings to update and maintain status of project materials and parts.
Mentors subordinates.
Create, update and maintain department procedures on current or new processes.
Perform other duties as assigned.