This role requires strong leadership, communication, and project management skills to drive program success.
Location: Grand Rapids, MI or Clearwater, FL
This position offers a blend of onsite and hybrid work arrangements, requiring a presence in the office for 3-4 days each week. An extensive corporate relocation package is available for eligible candidates.Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Own FLRAA NXP program in the development and execution of program plans, schedules, and budgets.
Ensure program objectives are met in accordance with GE Aerospace's Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) priorities.
Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, 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
Bachelor's 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
Ability and willingness to travel frequently to both customer and internal locations.
This position requires U.S. citizenship status.
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.
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!
The base pay range for this position is $146,000.00 - $175,000.00. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on 03/31/26.
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)).
Additional InformationGE 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: No
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