Manufacturing Engineer I

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Manufacturing Engineer I

Date: Apr 16, 2026

Location: Savannah, GA, US

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Manufacturing Engineer I in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills:

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 worlds finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

Continuous Improvement experience preferred

Aircraft manufacturing experience preferred

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Entry level position.

Position Purpose :

Under moderate supervision, create manufacturing work instructions, assist with Planning improvements and problem solving for manufacturing issues (production methods and procedures) in a specific function (including layout, production flow, tooling and production equipment, material fabrication, assembly methods and planning) in a Production or Post-Production environment.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Perform technical studies and conduct analysis of operations (existing or proposed). Develop plans and recommendations for equipment and tooling needed and correct methods of manufacturing (including sequence of operations and detailed methodology of complex assemblies and installations as well as detail components).
2. Assist in make-or-buy proposals and recommend corrective actions for areas of responsibility.
3. Author detailed work instructions that optimize manufacturing process efficiency and opportunity for zero defects with functional Operations Engineer.
4. Author DRDI/DMT rework instructions to support effective corrective actions.
5. Author MBOM in SAP/Solumina/Corridor (as applicable) to ensure all parts defined by Engineering are installed during the assembly/installation process.
6. Conduct research, investigation, and analysis in connection with assigned planning or other assigned projects, to ensure conformance to requirements.
7. Perform productibility studies from engineering drawings.
8. Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential; make necessary computer inputs and generate data or reports as needed.
9. Incorporate Lean Manufacturing Methodology into existing and future processes.
10. Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to manufacturing methods as a team member or leader.
11. Support all Safety, Sustainability and Ergonomic Initiatives. .
12. Aid in development and maintenance of Business Continuity Plan. .

Additional Functions:

1. Work on special projects. .
2. Ensure Quality policies are being practiced; make recommendations and implement procedures to improve quality. .
3. Initiate and maintain accurate daily/weekly activity status based on work output, as required. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. Basic knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles.
2. Must be knowledgeable about Engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.
3. Ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers, CADAM, CATIA, etc. .
4. Lean Specialist certification or higher preferred.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 232325

Category: Operations Engineering

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 04/23/2026

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.

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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

Nearest Major Market: Savannah

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