Director Technical Program Management

GE Aerospace

1d • Remote

About The Position

GE Aerospace is seeking a Director Technical Program Management to join our Finance Digital Technology Team, to lead a project team focused on continuous improvement, try-storm, AI and innovation initiatives for our Finance customers. This role is pivotal in driving continuous improvement, fostering a culture of innovation, and empowering team members to deliver measurable improvements aligned with Finance, Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) priorities. This role will be responsible for defining the future Finance AI strategy, including learning and engagement strategy with the broader GE Aerospace finance community and senior executive leadership. This role will develop a technical innovation strategy in support of all finance FLIGHT DECK initiatives. This role includes leading an organization of global employees and managed service resources. Effective partnership and collaboration with DT and functional stakeholders including the Finance FLIGHT DECK team is required. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in leadership, project management and FLIGHT DECK methodologies, with a passion for developing talent and driving impactful change.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university or college with minimum of 8 years of professional experience OR Associates degree with minimum of 11 years of professional experience OR High School Diploma with minimum of 13 years of professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in Technical Program/Project Management.
• Significant People Leader experience.
• Note: Military experience is equivalent to professional experience
• Eligibility Requirement: -Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in technical program management, with a focus on finance systems and processes.
• Strong knowledge of finance systems and FLIGHT DECK methodologies, including Kaizen, Hoshin Kanri and try-storm techniques.
• Experience with exploration and early adoption strategies of AI tools and technologies within the Finance domain.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, manage conflicts and inspire collaboration.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning execution and risk management.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage and influence stakeholders t a senior executive level.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain a balance with definition of technical strategy and execution of projects to that vision.
• Change agent - Identifies opportunities for necessary changes and pursues/leads them when appropriate.
• Ability to align technical solutions with continuous improvement objectives and drive long-term sustainment.
• Works with senior Finance stakeholders to educate and embrace the implications of change.
• Innovates and integrates new processes and/or technology to add value to GE Aerospace. Identifies how the cost of change weighs against the benefits and advises accordingly.
• Proactively learns new solutions and processes to address problems.
• Creates new tools and methods for gaining data and driving clarity.
• Creates stories and utilizes two-way communications.
• Identifies business and technology trends. Advises senior Finance and DT leaders on continuous improvement opportunities.
• Builds team structure to leverage the strengths of individuals in carrying breadth or depth in capabilities to form a cohesive whole.
• Curiosity/creativity - Removes barriers and constraints that block the creativity of self & others (e.g., creates open idea forums, solicits new processes, etc.).
• Inspires continuous learning and stimulation of thought. Champions progression of ideas to solutions through simplicity and speed.
• Takes risks and learns from failures. Encourages ideas from others that may include risk but may provide great gains for the organization.
• Builds direct and "behind the scenes" support for ideas.
• Builds, coaches, and develops a team & culture of proactive problem solving. Removes roadblocks.
• Builds team structure to leverage the strengths of individuals in carrying breadth or depth in capabilities to form a cohesive whole.
• Knows when & where to place bets, when to reuse and when to persevere.

Responsibilities

• Influence executives and senior executives internally or externally to DT; driving business stakeholder engagement and partnership.
• Partners with the business, identifying and implementing process optimization opportunities using FLIGHT DECK principles.
• Apply knowledge of business structures and levers that support business, Finance and DT goals, including AI and technical innovation strategies.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, root cause analysis and problem-solving sessions to drive improvements.
• Ensure the DT and Finance teams adopts and sustains standard work and best practices.
• Define the strategy for the future AI adoption in GE Aerospace Finance, including, best practices, governance, operating mechanisms and engagement and education strategies.
• Champion try-storm activities to rapidly prototype and test solutions in a controlled environment.
• Explore innovative ideas and industry best practices and translate them into actionable projects.
• Support the evaluation of new solutions for feasibility, scalability and impact.
• Leads and executes hiring, retention and talent development in an area of technical, application and domain expertise aligned to team vision.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing project team to execute continuous improvement and try-storm AI and innovation projects.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment that encourages creativity, accountability, and respect for people.
• Mentor and coach team members to build their skills in FLIGHT DECK methodologies, project management and innovation practices.
• Set clear goals and expectations for team members, aligned with organizational priorities.
• Provide regular feedback and development opportunities to help team members grow professionally.
• Drives career development within the entire team in line with organizational strategy and talent needs.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment, support and prioritization against Finance and DT annual priorities.
• Ensure all team projects align with SQDC priorities and deliver measurable improvements.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure team and project success.
• Communicate project updates, risks, successes and lessons learned effectively to all levels of the organization.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and meet quality standards.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, including targeted material for senior level audiences.
• Define change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption of new/improved finance processes and innovative solutions, including AI.
• Address resistance and foster a mindset of continuous improvement across the team and organization.
• Act as a role model for embracing change and driving innovation at pace.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

What This Job Offers

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