Technical Specialist II - CNC Machining Operations

Guides successful completion of major engineering programs, or conceives research in areas of considerable scope and complexity supporting the development and production of Gulfstream products and services

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
1) Selects appropriate methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to resolve complex engineering issues

2) Is consulted extensively by associates and others as a recognized authority within the field

3) Anticipates and resolves complex issues in creative and effective ways, developing standards and guides for diverse engineering activities

4) Approach to problem solving balances technical product, cost and schedule

5) Works without appreciable direction; work is reviewed from a long-range perspective for desired results

6) Exercises latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments, and makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authorative

Additional Functions:
1) Maintains a current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related aircraft fields in order to recommend innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of company product

2) Performs other duties as assigned

Other Requirements:
1) Advanced degree in engineering, or related curriculum preferred

2) The level of technical skill and abilities appropriate for this grade will be established by each disciplineProblem Resolution Opportunities:1) Extensive technical expertise, with full working knowledge in related fields; can apply expertise as a generalist or as a specialist; recommends innovative principles and ideas

2) Erroneous decisions or recommendations may result in failure to achieve significant organizational objectivesCommunications Skills:1) Strong verbal and written communication skills; Ability to clearly and concisely convey technical concepts to all management levels

2) Interacts with senior internal/external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizationsResource Responsibility:1) Provide technical direction to a cross-functional team

2) May function in a project leadership roleReporting Relationship: Typically reports to Group Head or Engineering Manager

Unique Skills Required:
Expertise in CNC machining, high speed machining, parts processing, modeling, machining process flow, tooling, troubleshooting, and setup-reduction.Production fabrication, minor assembly, and processing knowledge.CAD-CAM experience, CATIA preferred. Knowledge of Spanish language and a strong desire to learn.Cultural fluency.

Experience/Education Required:
- 10 yrs in the specific technical discipline or 15 yrs broad engineering experience in several technical disciplines with Bachelors,or 8 yrs in the specific technical discipline with Masters,or 6 yrs in the specific technical discipline with PhD1.
- Bachelors degree in engineering, a related curriculum, or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job2.
- See Other Requirements in Job Description