FLIGHT DECK Leader

Job Description SummaryThe Senior FLIGHT DECK Leader will lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives across Avionics using the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model. This role is critical in ensuring the highest standards of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) are met. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement lean methodologies, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
This role will require up to 30% Travel.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead the deployment and sustainment of the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model across various departments and teams.
• Conduct value stream mapping, identify waste, and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Facilitate kaizen events, workshops, and training sessions to educate and engage employees in lean principles and practices.
• Develop and implement standard work procedures to ensure consistency and quality in operations.
• Utilize lean tools such as 5S, Kanban, and root cause analysis to drive problem-solving and process optimization.
• Collaborate with leadership to align lean initiatives with business goals and objectives.
• Mentor and coach team members to build lean capabilities and sustain a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure all lean activities prioritize safety and comply with regulatory and company standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with 4 years of experience in lean transactional, engineering, and/or continuous improvement roles, or equivalent experience)
• At least an additional 5 years of experience in lean transactional, engineering, and/or continuous improvement roles or equivalent experience applying Lean/Continuous Improvement tools

Desired Characteristics:

• Master's degree in Engineering or Business
• 8+ years of experience in lean transactional, engineering, or continuous improvement roles within the aerospace industry
• Proven track record of leading successful lean initiatives and driving measurable improvements
• Certification in Lean or Six Sigma (e.g., Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed 
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. ​

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

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