Ops NDT Lab Calibration Group Lead

Ops NDT Lab Calibration Group Lead in GAC Tulsa

Unique Skills:

• 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.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 8 years technically related experience. ASQ certificate (American Society for Quality) preferred.

Position Purpose:

In a team oriented environment, lead technicians to ensure Gulfstream meets all testing design requirements in the most efficient manner.

Job Description

Principle 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
• Department: J7013-QC Lab NDT
• 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.

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