Advanced Program Manager

GE Vernova • Niskayuna, NY

12d • $152,400 - $254,000

About The Position

As the Advanced Programs Manager, you will play a pivotal leadership role in orchestrating, executing, and expanding our DOD and federal energy and power systems technology portfolio. You will be responsible for the strategic oversight of facilities and the lifecycle management of new, high-stakes programs. This role requires a unique blend of technical program management and business development acumen to identify and capture new opportunities that push the boundaries of current power generation, distribution, and storage applications. You will serve as a key point of contact for government agencies while maintaining and leveraging existing security clearances to drive growth in the classified and advanced technology space. You will shape and foster strategic collaborations with Universities and strategic technology / business/ external partners to drive innovative power systems and novel integrated system solutions for GE Vernova.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related technical field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of professional experience in technical program management, systems engineering, advanced technology development, or defense-related engineering environments.
• 5+ years of experience leading complex, multidisciplinary technical programs from concept through execution or product transition.
• 5+ years of experience working with U.S. government customers, such as DOD, DOE, DARPA, ARPA-E, service labs, or other federal agencies.
• 3+ years of experience in business development, capture management, or shaping government-funded R&D opportunities.
• 5+ years of experience managing programs involving power systems, power generation, power electronics, energy storage, materials for power systems, cyber security or integrated energy systems.
• Active U.S. security clearance required at time of hire.
• Ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Nice To Haves

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary programs.
• Industrial experience in the field of power systems engineering, electric machines, or power electronic systems.
• Ability to make decisions with confidence when problems or solutions are not well defined.
• Demonstrated capability to thrive in a matrixed team environment.
• Familiarity with multiple GE businesses and shown ability to leverage cross-business networks to achieve outcomes.
• Experience with GE Vernova products and systems in the Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses.
• Shown ability to manage risk and uncertainty for self and team within a dynamic priority-setting environment.
• Strong technical acumen paired with an ability to understand a wide range of technology domains.
• Influence, facilitation, and negotiation skills; boundary-less/solution-focused approach.
• Demonstrated ability to take an innovative idea and build a program for funding and development

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the planning, development, and transition of technologies from concept to products and/or services for GE internal and external clients.
• Develop and lead the strategy for expanding our DOD portfolio, identifying new market opportunities in advanced power systems.
• Oversee the lifecycle of advanced energy programs, including the management of specialized research facilities and the technical execution of multidisciplinary projects.
• Build and manage a robust pipeline of government and defense-related opportunities, ensuring a continuous flow of high-impact power and energy work.
• Act as the primary interface for classified and high-security government collaborations (e.g., Rome Labs), maintaining strong relationships and ensuring compliance with all security protocols.
• Coordinate across GE Vernova’s business units to integrate advanced power technologies into long-term strategic plans and multi generational technology roadmaps.
• Oversee facilities and resources, ensuring that programs are delivered on time, within scope, and in full alignment with security requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and expertise in Power Systems and Integrated Systems to develop and implement innovative solutions that enhance system performance, efficiency, security and reliability.
• Drive technical strategy for data center integrated power systems as well as develop the technology and product roadmaps and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Lead early stage technology development with high disruption potential and mature these technologies from initial concept to successful product introduction.
• Providing technical coordination across GE Vernova on disruptive technologies and market trends with a strong understanding of power systems challenges, energy systems evolution, and the competition.
• Shape and develop government funding pipeline of projects to build a portfolio of new power systems and systems integration technologies for GE Vernova.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior