Repair and Overhaul Shop Lead

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation•Savannah, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision from management, this role plans and coordinates all tasks within the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul shops and provides daily status reports to management. Responsibilities include scheduling tasks, assigning manpower, collaborating across business units to solve problems, and resolving discrepancies. The lead will report to repair station leadership on performance metrics and other repair station operations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
FAA A&P license or be able to obtain a repairman certificate within 30 days of start date.
7 years experience in aircraft maintenance/aviation.
Demonstrated leadership ability.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret all required maintenance and regulatory documents.
Expertise in operating all tools, test equipment and/or material handling equipment relevant to the area or responsibility.
Ability to operate specialized tooling.
Good understanding of shop math.
Proficient in use of commercial and proprietary software packages and apps.
Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of sheet metal Assemblies.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all physical and regulatory requirements related to aircraft and/or aircraft component maintenance.
Review work performed and ensure completion of applicable forms and records for compliance with Repair Station regulatory requirements and Corporate Standards.
Plan, schedule, and arrange completion of tasks to meet all MRO schedules.
Arrange technical training as required and ensure applicable PQL qualifications are kept current for subordinates.
Provide input to performance appraisals for area management.
Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to ensure shops meet production requirements, work areas remain clean, uncluttered, and safe.
Lead and instruct shop personnel in proper procedures and techniques.
Ensure all work performed by the assigned team complies with all required documentation, including Component Maintenance Manuals, drawings, blueprints, Computerized Maintenance Procedures, and all other applicable required documentation.
Support process improvement through lean initiatives and other tools to enhance efficiency, safety, and production.
Ensure the assigned team maintains and uses all required paperwork in accordance with FAA Repair Station requirements.
Ensure the assigned team complies with all company and legislative environmental health and safety regulations.
Identify and resolve gaps within processes to ensure continuity of operations within the framework of repair station requirements.
Evaluate workload, actual and projected schedule, parts availability, current and estimated manpower to determine adjustments to manpower requirements; make manpower change recommendations to management.
Establish and foster an environment of innovation and Lean thinking.
Use and encourage the use of Lean tools and techniques to improve safety and repair processes, increase efficiency, and realize cost savings.
Perform other duties as assigned.