Quality Assurance Engineer 2 - Escape Management

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation•Savannah, GA

About The Position

Gulfstream is hiring a Quality Assurance Engineer 2 to strengthen our Escape Management team and ensure world‑class quality across our aircraft programs. If you have aircraft manufacturing and completions experience, military aircraft experience, or airline MRO experience, this role is an excellent fit. We’re looking for someone who understands how aircraft and aircraft systems work in real operational environments. Continuous Improvement experience a huge plus. A Quality Assurance Engineer II develops and maintains optimum methods of controlling quality and/or reliability of product or service in assigned areas such as: statistical methods, tooling and gaging, inspection methods, and program planning. Responsible for providing technical support in the conduct of investigations on known Quality issues. Implements plans and instructions in support of departmental policies. The QAE will work to determine Root cause and corrective action for known Quality issues using the 8D methodology and validated by the audit group. Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations and develops and promotes a good working relationship with local regulatory authorities. Ensures a safe, conforming and quality product is delivered to our customers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in Engineering, Aviation Sciences, Quality Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
2+ years in quality assurance, quality control, aircraft manufacturing, or military operations
Knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and statistical problem‑solving tools
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, aviation sciences, quality systems or related technical field required or an equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 2 years quality assurance/control, manufacturing operations and/or military operations experience is required.
Knowledgeable of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance (GD&T) ASME Y14.5.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Working knowledge of Statistical tools used for problem resolution.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes (i.e. Assembly, Machining, Special Process, Inspection, etc.).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
Proficient computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Military aircraft or airline experience strongly preferred
ASQ CQE, A&P, FAA designee, or Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus
Aerospace industry experience preferred.
An Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) may be used with 4 years of related experience (in addition to the experience requirements below) in lieu of the degree requirement.
An ASQ certification (CQE) and/or experience as a FAA recognized airworthiness designee highly preferred.
Lean/Six Sigma experience or greenbelt preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead investigations using 8D methodology
Drive root cause and corrective action activities
Review engineering drawings, blueprints, and assembly/test documentation
Support FAA and regulatory compliance
Participate in audits and improvement workshops
Champion continuous improvement across Quality processes
Develop quality control methods required. for the product or service of the area.
Prepare department procedures and instructions as required. to implement quality control requirements.
Review Test and Assembly Documentation.
Review new and revised Blue Prints.
Recommend revision or modification of systems necessary to maintain or improve quality and/or reliability.
Evaluate new quality control methods and techniques for application to current production and future planning and recommend actions.
Analyze inspection methods, techniques, equipment, forms, systems, records, reports, and procedures as they affect control of product quality and reliability, and approve or recommend revision.
Perform miscellaneous special assignment assigned by group leader or supervisor.
Write and review both internal and external Corrective Actions.
Follow-up on Corrective Action implementation.
Participate in and lead audits and improvement workshops.
Assure that the investigations on Quality issues are conducted according to department procedures and work instructions.
Actively identify and complete process improvement projects related to achieving improved quality or efficiency of Quality processes.
Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction (internal and external customers).
Work with other departments and/or disciplines.
Execute company policies and procedures; develop new procedures as required.
Promote and encourage a continuous improvement culture.
Work with other departments and/or disciplines.
Execute company policies and procedures; develops new procedures as required.
Support the operating priorities as identified by the Quality leadership team.
Perform other duties as assigned.