Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer 3

Savannah, GA

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 world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

As a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer 3, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and continuous improvement of suppliers supporting Gulfstream aircraft interiors and completions. Working closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams, you will drive supplier performance, lead quality improvement initiatives, and help ensure that interior systems, cabin avionics, appliances, and associated components meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the primary quality liaison for suppliers supporting Gulfstream aircraft interiors, completions, cabin avionics systems, and related equipment.
• Lead supplier quality activities throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring compliance with Gulfstream requirements, regulatory standards, and approved quality systems.
• Manage supplier performance through system, process, and product audits while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Drive effective Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) processes and ensure timely closure of supplier quality issues.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, and supplier leadership teams to improve quality, reduce scrap, and enhance manufacturing and repair processes.
• Lead supplier quality improvement projects with minimal supervision, leveraging Lean, Six Sigma, and APQP methodologies.
• Assess and certify supplier quality systems, personnel, processes, and equipment against applicable standards and requirements.
• Develop supplier scorecards, key performance indicators, and risk metrics to monitor supplier health and performance trends.
• Facilitate supplier quality reviews and executive-level meetings to communicate progress, risks, and improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Quality Engineers and other team members as needed.
• Support acceptance testing programs, audit planning, and supplier quality assurance activities across the supply chain.

Why Gulfstream

At Gulfstream, you will have the opportunity to influence supplier quality across some of the most advanced business aircraft in the world. You'll collaborate with industry-leading teams, tackle complex technical challenges, and help drive continuous improvement throughout our global supply chain. Our culture values innovation, teamwork, integrity, and professional growth, empowering employees to make a meaningful impact while advancing their careers.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Aviation Sciences, Quality Systems, or a related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the role.
• Four (4) years of technical experience in a manufacturing environment, repair station, or overhaul facility.
• Experience managing supplier quality programs and collaborating closely with suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, manufacturing processes, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, engineering specifications, quality standards, and Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and driving quality improvement initiatives.
• Advanced understanding of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies; certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of APQP principles and the ability to influence, coach, and train others.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with enterprise software and quality management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Gulfstream Completions activities.
• Experience with cabin avionics systems, aircraft interior systems, or cabin appliances.
• Experience leading high-visibility, enterprise-level quality improvement projects.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification.
• Experience as an FAA-recognized designee.
• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.

Apply Now

If you're ready to leverage your supplier quality expertise to support the world’s most advanced aircraft interiors and completions programs, we encourage you to apply today. Join Gulfstream and help us fulfill our mission to create and deliver the world’s finest aviation experience.