Executive - Manufacturing Engineering Management

GE Aerospace • West Chester, PA

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About The Position

The Executive - Manufacturing Engineering Management is a critical leadership role responsible for driving the strategic direction, development, and industrialization of coatings technologies within GE Aerospace. This position will lead efforts across coatings technology, strategy, sourcing, delivery, and technical expertise, ensuring alignment with GE Aerospace's business objectives and SQDC priorities (Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost). The ideal candidate will foster innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement while building strong relationships across the coatings professional network and advising GE leadership on coatings matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum of 15 years of work experience with proven leadership in engineering, supply chain, manufacturing and/or sourcing roles.
• 3-5 years of experience specifically in an engineering/manufacturing technology operation.

Nice To Haves

• Develop and articulate a compelling vision for coatings technologies, inspiring and motivating others to take action.
• Establish clear vision, engage and empower others, and drive continuous improvement and sustainable change.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering growth and development while holding them accountable for results.
• Attract, engage, and develop strong talent, empowering staff while being thoughtful in growth assignments and career development.
• Build trust, enable effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving through self-awareness, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Advanced knowledge in designing, analyzing, and implementing technical solutions and systems effectively.
• Proficiency in utilizing and managing tools and systems to drive coatings innovation.
• Advanced skills in leveraging data analytics for decision-making and process optimization.
• Deep understanding of ensuring safe operations, optimizing engine performance, maintaining high product quality, and enabling efficient development processes.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale coatings projects and drive strategic initiatives within a complex, global supply chain environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the supply chain team to achieve the development and industrialization of all new coating technologies.
• Drive the development of new sites, capacity planning, investment strategies, and network source selection.
• Manage long-term agreements (LTAs), purchase order pricing, placement, penalties, and commercial resolutions.
• Build relationships with key leadership stakeholders across the industrial base and partner with technical contacts throughout the coatings professional network.
• Collaborate with GE plants and suppliers to address delivery execution issues, participate in delivery daily management, and engage in weekly operations reviews.
• Provide technical expertise in coatings, including materials, processes, equipment issues, and system interactions.
• Advise GE leadership on coatings matters and support the PGT and ACC JV business interests as required.

Benefits

• Great work environment
• Professional development
• Challenging careers
• Competitive compensation
• Relocation Assistance Provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree