Service Center Interior Lead
About The Position
At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission. This role demonstrates advanced knowledge of aircraft interior installation, refurbishment planning and execution, and material resource management. The Service Center Interior Lead effectively collaborates with Gulfstream sites, vendors, engineering, design, quality, management, and customer representatives to ensure successful project execution. This position maintains a strong customer-focused approach while balancing schedule, quality, and operational requirements. The Lead possesses a thorough understanding of Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) aircraft requirements and expectations. They work closely with fellow team leads to establish priorities, optimize manpower utilization, and share resources efficiently to achieve company objectives and exceed customer expectations.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 5 years Aircraft Interior experience required or equivalent for the applicable position; i.e. Sheetmetal, Cabinetry, Finish, or Upholstery.
- FAA A&P license or be able to obtain a repairman certificate within 30 days of start date.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering orders and blueprints.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, implement and obtain objectives with minimal direction.
- Must have demonstrated leadership ability and possess strong communication skills.
- Able to remain calm in high stress situations and uses sound judgment to make sound decisions in adverse situations.
- Logical reasoning skills.
- Self disciplined with excellent communication skills.
- Very meticulous and detailed oriented.
- Ability to adapt and implement new procedures resulting in greater organizational productivity.
- Must be able to climb ladders and stairs.
- Must be able to work in small-space restricted area.
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Nice To Haves
- A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license preferred.
- Repairman certificate preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop work schedules, estimates and status reports; aids in establishing priorities and assigns works to subordinates to meet or exceed scheduled commitments.
- Coordinate work assignments with other departments and works closely with engineering and contract administrators to ensure proper fabrication and completion of assigned tasks.
- Ensure all workmanship is of highest quality; provide recommendations for continuous quality and process improvement and reduction of cycle time.
- Report to management on status of all assignments; prepare and maintain department records and reports.
- Instruct, coach and assist subordinates in the interpretation of work procedures, blueprints, and engineering specifications; providing training in work methods and procedures and development of employees interpersonal skills to enhance flow of departmental tasks.
- Follow up and expedite corrective action in shop controlled operations such as workmanship, absenteeism and similar factors that interfere with schedules and create discrepancies or rework.
- Implement and monitor a continuous safety program with respect to operation of equipment, work practices and work areas.
- Continuously enforce FOD regulations.
- Instruct personnel on good housekeeping practices and supervise maintenance of a clean work area.
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
