Senior Program Manager – FLRAA

Job Description Summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program Manager to join our FLRAA program team. The Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of program scope that feeds into the overall FLRAA program, ensuring alignment with GE Aerospaces strategic objectives and customer requirements.

This role requires strong leadership, communication, and project management skills to drive program success.

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Own defined FLRAA program scope in the development and execution of program plans, schedules, and budgets.

Ensure program objectives are met in accordance with GE Aerospaces Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) priorities.

Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality, to achieve program milestones and deliverables.

Monitor program performance and implement corrective actions as needed to address any deviations from the plan.

Communicate program status, risks, and issues to senior management and stakeholders, providing regular updates and reports.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence within the program team.

Ensure compliance with all regulatory and contractual requirements.

Manage customer relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for program-related matters.

Identify and mitigate program risks, developing contingency plans as necessary.

Support the development and implementation of lean principles and practices within the program.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college (Technical Degrees preferred)

Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Program Manager, Project Manager, Product Manager or Engineering Manager

Eligibility Requirements

Ability and willingness to travel frequently to both customer and internal locations

This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of status prior to employment

Desired Characteristics

Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Program Manager, Project Manager, Product Manager or Engineering Manager preferably within the aerospace or defense industry

Ability to quickly obtain relevant security clearances

Background in avionics systems integration, hardware, software development

Deep domain expertise in life cycle development for high design assurance programs as a Product Manager or Engineering

Proven track record of successfully managing complex programs from inception to completion

Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Independent, self-starter that can proactively manage a variety of external and internal stakeholders and achieve business growth

Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

PMP or equivalent project management certification is a plus

Knowledge of lean principles and practices is highly desirable

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance that begins on the first day of employment

Permissive time off policy for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Life insurance and disability coverage

And more!

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights1020.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes