Program Manager - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls Consent Agreement

GE Aerospace•Lynn, DC

About The Position

GE Aerospace is seeking a Program Manager to lead execution of workstreams supporting the company’s trade compliance obligations under its Consent Agreement with the U.S. Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC). The role plans, coordinates, tracks, and reports program activities to ensure commitments, milestones, corrective actions, and reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time. The Program Manager reports to the Executive Leader, International Trade Compliance and partners closely with the Chief Counsel for Regulatory Affairs. The role works across Legal & Compliance, business teams, and other stakeholders to promote alignment, accountability, and timely execution in a matrixed, highly regulated environment. Prior International Trade Compliance experience is not required; experience in compliance, legal, or another regulated setting is preferred. The position leads integrated planning, milestone and risk tracking, operating cadences, stakeholder engagement, executive reporting, and cross-functional execution of Consent Agreement requirements. It also supports audits, digital transformation, training, jurisdiction and classification validation, remediation, and continuous improvement of compliance processes and governance. The base pay range is $181,000–$241,000. The position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary or commission under the applicable plan. The posting is expected to close September 18, 2026. Relocation assistance is provided. The role requires in-person attendance for New Hire Orientation on Day 1. GE Aerospace offers medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a Health Coach; an Employee Assistance Program; retirement savings and company retirement contributions; tuition and adoption assistance; paid parental leave; disability and life insurance; and paid time off for vacation or illness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college and at least 10 years of professional experience in compliance, legal, or other regulated settings; OR an associate degree and at least 12 years of such experience; OR a high school diploma and at least 14 years of such experience.
At least 8 years of professional experience in compliance, legal, or other regulated settings.
Ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives and drive multiple workstreams to completion.
Experience with integrated planning, status reporting, executive communications, and stakeholder management.
Ability to work across a matrixed organization and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, including the ability to interpret, analyze, and synthesize data into actions and decisions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparing clear materials for senior leadership.
Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to identify, analyze, and solve ambiguous problems with strong attention to detail.
Proactive, can-do mindset focused on continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a regulated, compliance-driven, legal, audit, or risk management environment, including support for compliance transformation, governance, remediation programs, and regulatory commitments.
Familiarity with lean methodologies, process optimization, and structured operating cadences.
Experience creating and managing executive-level reporting and presentations.
Prior International Trade Compliance experience is not required.

Responsibilities

Lead program management for execution of the DDTC Consent Agreement, including integrated planning, milestone tracking, risk management, and closure of actions across multiple workstreams.
Plan and manage regular operating cadences, including weekly meetings, and partner with workstream owners to deliver commitments and milestones on time in alignment with Consent Agreement requirements and Special Compliance Officer (SCO) expectations.
Coordinate engagement with internal leaders and external stakeholders, as needed, including the Special Compliance Officer, external auditor, and DDTC.
Prepare executive-level status reports and briefing materials summarizing program progress, key risks, action items, resource needs, and overall performance against commitments.
Drive cross-functional execution of Consent Agreement requirements, including support for audits, digital transformation initiatives, training, and jurisdiction/classification validation activities.
Monitor, track, and escalate program risks, issues, and remediation actions, ensuring clear ownership, due dates, and completion criteria.
Support development and continuous improvement of processes, procedures, training, and governance mechanisms needed to sustain compliance commitments.
Apply lean and process improvement principles to strengthen program execution, action tracking, reporting, and operating rhythms.
Lead effectively in ambiguous or evolving situations, balancing long-term strategic priorities with urgent tactical actions and deadlines.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, including a 401(k) savings plan with company matching 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
Annual discretionary bonus
Relocation assistance