Lead Program Manager - Aeroderivative R&D Programs

Posted 5 Days Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office
98K-164K Annually
Senior level
Energy • Manufacturing • Solar • Renewable Energy
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
The Role
Coordinate R&D programs in aeroderivative engineering, manage resources, track budgets, mitigate risks, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Description SummaryThe Aeroderivative Engineering Program Manager (R&D) is a key role within Gas Power Engineering, supporting program management efforts that help advance Aeroderivative technology. In this role, you will coordinate execution across R&D programs, partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align priorities, support resource planning, and help manage risks, while contributing to the delivery of business and engineering objectives.

Job Description

What you’ll do

  • Support execution of key R&D program activities, coordinating across Finance, Operations, Product Management, Global Supply Chain, Engineering, Gas Power, Aero Alliance JV, and GE Aerospace to help support on-time delivery.
  • Support day-to-day program execution for assigned scopes, including tracking deliverables, maintaining momentum against commitments, and escalating issues as needed.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining integrated program plans and schedules, including timelines, milestones, deliverables, interdependencies, and schedule updates, to help align execution with business priorities and critical milestones.
  • Track program financial performance against budget, identify variances, risks, and opportunities, and partner with stakeholders to support cost awareness and financial predictability.
  • Identify program risks, issues, and execution gaps early, and support timely mitigation plans in partnership with functional teams and program leadership.
  • Prepare and deliver clear, data-driven updates, reports, and presentations to leadership and stakeholders on schedule performance, budget status, resource needs, key risks, and decisions needed.
  • Build strong cross-functional relationships in a complex, matrixed environment to align priorities, clarify ownership, and support effective execution.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement in aeroderivative engineering program management processes, tools, and operating rhythms by applying standard work and best practices in budgeting, scheduling, tracking, and stakeholder communication.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering, engineering program management, project management, or a related function.
  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Good understanding of tactical and strategic business planning.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to build strong cross-functional working relationships

What will make you stand out

  • Demonstrated ability to plan, execute, and document programs, projects, or initiatives in a complex, cross-functional environment.
  • Experience supporting program budgets, tracking actuals, and contributing to accurate financial forecasts.
  • Strong project scheduling, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex projects and shifting priorities.
  • Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, influence stakeholders, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated use of AI/agentic AI for continuous process improvement and automation.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau, or PowerBI.
  • Ability to adapt to changing program needs.

Note:

There is no sponsorship for this role now or in the future

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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



For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on May 14, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Skills Required

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering, program management, project management, or related function
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or related field
  • Good understanding of tactical and strategic business planning
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to build strong cross-functional working relationships

GE Vernova Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GE Vernova and has not been reviewed or approved by GE Vernova.

  • Retirement Support The 401(k) plan includes company matching contributions and additional company retirement contributions, with access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Feedback suggests this structure supports long-term savings beyond a basic match.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is available with flexible, continuous or non-continuous usage, and is complemented by adoption resources and Work/Life Connections guidance. Maternity leave is described as extended relative to typical workplace norms.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off programs include 12 paid holidays, permissive time off for many salaried roles, and dedicated personal, illness, and caregiving time for U.S. new hires. Some hourly roles start with a defined PTO bank, while other roles may offer unlimited time off.

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The Company
HQ: , Cambridge, MA
75,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2024

What We Do

GE Vernova is a planned purpose-built company on a mission to electrify the planet while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. GE Vernova brings together GE’s portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.

Why Work With Us

Join our team, to evolve and grow, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry who help you get better every day. You’ll get the chance to rewrite the rules, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team for positive change.

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