FLIGHT DECK Specialist

GE Aerospace•Muskegon, MI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

GE Aerospace is seeking a dynamic, and results driven FLIGHT DECK Specialist to deploy GE Aerospace’s proprietary lean operating model, FLIGHT DECK, and ensure alignment with safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) priorities. The FLIGHT DECK Specialist will coach teams, optimize processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement to deliver exceptional value to our customers. In addition, the FLIGHT DECK Specialist will guide Operations teams through their FLIGHT DECK journey, providing ongoing teaching and coaching of lean principles, theories, practices and drive ownership and adoption through the Operations team. This position will require up to 20% travel. At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Manufacturing)
At least an additional 3 years of experience in Manufacturing, Operations, and/or Training
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)).

Nice To Haves

Flexible to provide support to off-shift team as needed.
Strong knowledge of lean principles, including FLIGHT DECK fundamentals and behaviors
Excellent problem-solving skills, with experience using structured methodologies such as Kata, At Point Problem Solving, and/or Problem-Solving Reports
Experience with value stream mapping and genba walks
Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

Responsibilities

Coach and deploy FLIGHT DECK fundamentals, including Standard Work, Daily & Visual Management, Value Stream Management, Operating Cadences, Action Planning, Problem Solving, 5S, and Flow/Pull, to optimize shop performance.
Identify and eliminate waste using lean tools such as value stream mapping, kaizen events, and problem-solving frameworks.
Implement visual management systems to track SQDC metrics, enabling real-time problem-solving and decision-making at genba.
Mentor and develop shop floor teams, fostering a culture of transparency, inclusivity, and constructive development.
Ensure manufacturing processes align with customer needs, delivering high-quality products on time while reducing costs.
Drive discipline and rigor to sustain improvements, ensuring long-term operational success.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
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
access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability insurance
life insurance
paid time-off for vacation or illness
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes