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Aircraft Completions Sr Manager - Paint

Gulfstream Aerospace
$146,880.00 - $171,360.00 per year.
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United States, Missouri, St. Louis
Feb 26, 2026
Aircraft Completions Sr Manager - Paintin GAC St. Louis Unique Skills: The compensation range for this role is $146,880.00 - $171,360.00 per year. Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to: minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, and location. Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programs, paid leave and tuition assistance. Our U.S. benefits package includes: 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. Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Management, Aviation Maintenance or related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job . 6 years related experience in an aviation, engineering or operations role. 4 years people management experience with accountability and ownership of employee relations activities, including but not limited to; writing and delivering performance reviews, making hiring and termination recommendations, making compensation recommendations, driving employee development, etc. Position Purpose: Provides direction and strategic oversight to Completions operations (e.g. sheetmetal, cabinet, wood finish, upholstery, avionics) and service personnel to ensure that aircraft are completed within customer requirements and FAA regulations. Span of control targeted at 3-7 teams/departments within Compls org. Deals with complex/long term issues and bridges gap between front line and higher-level leaders. Accountable for maintaining the engagement of the team by establishing environment of collaboration between team members and across business, creating a culture of development where all employees are supported in seeking growth opportunities, and guiding team to high quality performance. Job Description Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: Ensure accurate and meaningful communication flow between leadership and team to ensure alignment . Conduct regular contribution and development discussion with employees (end-of-year discussions, 1:1s, and skip level discussions) and supports development investment for all team members . Delivery timely Progressive Counseling when necessary to maintain safety, compliance, and appropriate behavior amongst team . Establish and cascade departmental goals to ensure alignment with organizational goals . Ensures all work is completed in an efficient and timely manner that prioritizes requirements for safety and quality at the highest level . Oversees initiatives encompassing Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement philosophies and concepts . Develops and maintains manufacturing operations business plans to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, production costs, and image . Provides guidance to the development of a manufacturing process plan, including personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, facility needs, and tooling and equipment needs . Ensures all established costs, quality, and delivery commitments are met . Coordinates manufacturing activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment . Reviews production and operating reports and directs the resolution of operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays . Additional Functions: Models and reinforces safety and quality as the priority . Execute pay planning for team . Ensure accurate and meaningful communication flow between leadership and team . Hires and on boards new team members to support overall success in organization . Perform other duties as assigned. Other Requirements: Must have demonstrated: leadership ability; business acumen; initiative; ability to work as a team player; ability to deliver results; ability to make decisions that support company objectives/policies. This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Additional Information Requisition Number: 231497 Category: Operations Percentage of Travel: Up to 25% Shift: First Employment Type: Full-time Posting End Date: 03/11/2026 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. Legal Information \| Site Utilities \| Contacts \| Sitemap Copyright 2025 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. All Rights Reserved. A General Dynamics Company. 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