Operations Engineer III

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation • St. Louis, MO

8d • $83,365 - $113,780 • Onsite

About The Position

Under moderate supervision, provides direct technical support to manufacturing operations and internal customers. Develops procedures and processes to streamline and optimize manufacturing operations. Interfaces with external suppliers for supplier related issues. Provides guidance and mentoring to entry level OE staff members.

For manufacturing process to which individual is assigned: provide and maintain detailed work instructions, drive quality improvements, efficiency improvements, material presentation enhancements, manage the daily work plan, provide metrics for quality and schedule performance, and coordinate engineering and tooling changes as required to meet Operations goals. Perform RCCA analysis on quality defects – average mechanic should be able to perform task first time with no rejections. Perform technical studies of a complex nature, conduct analysis of operations (existing or proposed). Define equipment/tooling needs and correct methods of manufacturing (including sequence of operations and detailed methodology of complex assemblies and installations as well as detail components) to optimize production process. Contribute to the planning, developing and coordinating of important manufacturing and engineering projects aimed at process development and improvement in the manufacturing areas. Perform producibility studies from engineering drawings to identify opportunities to enhance manufacturing ability to meet requirements. Participate in Design for Manufacturing assessments with Engineering. Determine and develop individual approach to solutions within schedule and cost objectives. Provide training to OE Is and OE IIs as required in work methods, procedures, and in the efficient and effective use of company resources to resolve work-related or quality problems. Independently lead/coordinate the implementation of projects among multiple organizations. Apply Lean principles to manufacturing methods as a team member or leader. Incorporate Lean Manufacturing Methodology into existing and future processes. Support all Safety, Sustainability and Ergonomic Initiatives. Aid in development and maintenance of Business Continuity Plan. Work under moderate supervision - work should only require review for alignment with general organizational strategy, and accuracy / consistency with meeting overall objectives.

Ensure quality policies are being practiced; make recommendations and implement procedures to improve quality. Initiate and maintain accurate daily/weekly activity status based on work output, as required. Can function as Operations Manager substitute. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering or related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• 4 years manufacturing engineering, design engineering, or related technical experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication and collaborative skills and the ability to effectively communicate the organization's position with external and internal customers.
• The ability to effectively work with and support a multi-disciplined team of engineers, mechanics, technicians, managers, etc.
• Experience designing aircraft structural repair drawings with basic static stress analysis in support of the drawing.
• Aircraft or aviation MRB experience creating dispositions in a manufacturing environment.
• Physical ability to work in confined spaces, climb stands and ladders and move about typical aircraft work platforms.
• Experience designing aircraft structural repair drawings using basic static stress analysis in support of the drawing.
• Flexibility to move quickly from one assignment to the next and the ability to handle multiple issues simultaneously.
• Experience with parts manufacturing methods, techniques and practices and the ability to support manufacturing teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles and processes.
• Knowledgeable of Engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.
• Ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers, CADAM, CATIA, Solumina, SAP, Corridor.
• Complete understanding and experience implementing Lean Manufacturing Concepts: 5S, JIT, SMED, KanBan, VSM, One Piece Flow, etc.
• This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

• Fundamental understanding of aircraft structures design and repair with practical hands on aircraft engineering experience and technical problem solving.
• The ability to use computer aided design tools such as Solid Works, CATIA V5, AutoCAD, or similar in the design, analysis, or interrogation of aircraft structures, cabin monuments, and systems.
• Must have experience providing shop floor instructions and working directly with the technical workforce technicians, leads, and managers.
• Working knowledge of Six-Sigma or other data-driven decision making experience highly desirable.
• Lean Six-Sigma Green Belt, equivalent certification, or proven experience in a Lean Six-Sigma environment highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain detailed work instructions, drive quality improvements, efficiency improvements, material presentation enhancements, manage the daily work plan, provide metrics for quality and schedule performance, and coordinate engineering and tooling changes as required to meet Operations goals.
• Perform RCCA analysis on quality defects.
• Perform technical studies of a complex nature, conduct analysis of operations (existing or proposed).
• Define equipment/tooling needs and correct methods of manufacturing (including sequence of operations and detailed methodology of complex assemblies and installations as well as detail components) to optimize production process.
• Contribute to the planning, developing and coordinating of important manufacturing and engineering projects aimed at process development and improvement in the manufacturing areas.
• Perform producibility studies from engineering drawings to identify opportunities to enhance manufacturing ability to meet requirements.
• Participate in Design for Manufacturing assessments with Engineering.
• Determine and develop individual approach to solutions within schedule and cost objectives.
• Provide training to OE Is and OE IIs as required in work methods, procedures, and in the efficient and effective use of company resources to resolve work-related or quality problems.
• Independently lead/coordinate the implementation of projects among multiple organizations.
• Apply Lean principles to manufacturing methods as a team member or leader.
• Incorporate Lean Manufacturing Methodology into existing and future processes.
• Support all Safety, Sustainability and Ergonomic Initiatives.
• Aid in development and maintenance of Business Continuity Plan.
• Ensure quality policies are being practiced; make recommendations and implement procedures to improve quality.
• Initiate and maintain accurate daily/weekly activity status based on work output, as required.
• Function as Operations Manager substitute.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance plan
• Voluntary programs such as 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: Mid Level