Job Description SummaryAre you ready to see your career take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen.

The Senior Program Manager will oversee complex aerospace programs, ensuring alignment with GE Aerospace's priorities of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC). This role involves managing cross-functional teams, driving program execution, and delivering results that meet customer and organizational expectations.

Our Vandalia facility is located 50 minutes north of the GE Aerospace headquarters and sits just north of the city of Dayton—known widely as the birthplace of aviation—where the Wright Brothers built the world’s first aircraft in their bicycle shop in the heart of downtown Dayton. This business boasts a rich history, in operation for over 100 years. At over 140,000 square feet, the Vandalia facility rests on 27 acres right off Interstate 75.

At GE Aerospace in Vandalia, we specialize in manufacturing and servicing world-class power generation and electrical control and distribution equipment for a variety of aerospace customers. Vandalia is also home to a product development lab where operators and engineers work together to invent the future of flight.

Job Description

Role & Responsibilities

Program Leadership: Lead and manage aerospace programs from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to SQDC principles.Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.Project Planning: Develop detailed program plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to ensure program success.Performance Monitoring: Track program progress, report on key metrics, and implement corrective actions as needed.Continuous Improvement: Apply lean principles to optimize program processes and outcomes.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field from an accredited college or universityA minimum of 8years of experience in program management

Additional Information

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.Ability to sit onsite at the Vandalia, OH facilityNo remote option for this role

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in engineering, business, or a related field from an accredited college or university

Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems collaboratively with cross-functional teams, leveraging diverse perspectives to drive innovative solutions and achieve organizational goals

A minimum of 8years of experience in program management within the Aerospace/Aviation industryFamiliarity with GE Aerospace's FLIGHT DECK operating modelExperience with Kaizen, Hoshin Kanri, and Standard Work principlesPMP or similar project management certificationStrong knowledge of lean methodologies and project management toolsProven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projectsExcellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance that begins on the first day of employmentPermissive time off policy for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) planTuition ReimbursementLife insurance and disability coverageAnd more!

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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 Aerospace 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