Ops NDT_Lab_Cal Grp Lead
Listed on 2026-10-24
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Engineering, Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, Production QC/QA
NDT, QA & Calibration Laboratory Leadership
Experienced in leading NDT, Quality Assurance, and Calibration laboratory operations supporting aircraft production, quality, and engineering requirements.
NDT Technical Knowledge
Strong working knowledge of Non-Destructive Testing methods and operations, including Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Eddy Current Testing (ET)
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to partner effectively across Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, suppliers, and other technical organizations.
Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an emphasis on identifying root causes, resolving complex quality or production issues, improving processes, and reducing operational risk.
SAP & Solumina Proficiency
Strong working knowledge of SAP and Solumina for supporting production, quality, documentation, and operational workflows.
CATIA Knowledge
Familiarity with CATIA and the ability to interpret technical and engineering information in support of aircraft manufacturing and quality operations.
High School Diploma or GED required. 8 years technically related experience. ASQ certificate (American Society for Quality) preferred.
Position Purpose
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In a team oriented environment, lead technicians to ensure Gulfstream meets all testing design requirements in the most efficient manner
Job DescriptionPrinciple Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for leading, planning and coordinating departmental projects. .
- Provide technical guidance, coordinate and lead subordinate level personnel to perform tests according to priorities, efficiency and cost effectiveness.
- Ensure assigned personnel have necessary resources to complete assigned task. .
- Assist the Supervisor with training, scheduling and prioritizing manpower, and approving timekeeping.
- Use and develop testing methods that support GAC Manufacturing, Service Center, NPD and Experimental programs.
- Clearly and tactfully communicate all tasks in area of responsibility in a timely and efficient manner.
- Contribute directly to the training and evaluation of employees within scope of responsibility.
- Maintain equipment and assures calibration for tests to be performed.
- Maintain inventory control of area tooling, consumables, etc.
- Perform and provide assistance/guidance for duties in support of Customer aircraft.
- Assist the Supervisor in promoting/tracking departmental continuous improvement objectives.
- Successfully interface with internal/external customers responding to needs and providing results.
- Ensure area safety and encourage technicians to continuously develop safety improvements.
- Support revision and development of area Standard Operating procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
- Five (5) years NDT Level II experience on Gulfstream aircraft supporting airworthiness decisions for NDT Group Lead.
- Five (5) years of Lab testing experience for the Lab Group Lead.
- Five (5) years of Calibration experience for the Cal Group Lead.
- MAUS-V, Omni-scan, hardness testing experience preferred.
- Proficient in blueprint reading/interpretation, GAMPS, Mil-Specs, ASTM standards, Maintenance Manuals, shop mathematics, and QA system requirements.
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: 237080
Posting Type:
Internal-External
Category:
Quality Assurance
Percentage of Travel:
None
Shift: First
Employment Type:
Full-time
Salary Grade:
N12
Number of Openings: 1
Posting End Date: 11/02/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft
Gulfstream designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft.
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