Senior Program Manager- Aerospace Aftermarket Support/Repairs

GE Aerospace • Vandalia, OH

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to see your career take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. The Senior Program Manager- Aerospace Aftermarket Support/Repairs will have responsibility of the Repairs & Services groups at the Vandalia, OH site. This role will have oversight of both Commercial and Government programs. This role entails complex aerospace programs, ensuring alignment with GE Aerospace's priorities of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC). This role involves managing cross-functional teams, driving program execution, and delivering results that meet customer and organizational expectations. At GE Aerospace in Vandalia, we specialize in manufacturing and servicing world-class power generation and electrical control and distribution equipment for a variety of aerospace customers. Vandalia is also home to a product development lab where operators and engineers work together to invent the future of flight.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field from an accredited college or university
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in program management, operations, or contracts management
• This position requires U.S. citizenship status
• Ability to sit onsite at the Vandalia, OH facility
• No remote option for this role
• Ability and willingness to travel ~10% based on business needs
• 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

• Advanced degree in engineering, business, or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems collaboratively with cross-functional teams, leveraging diverse perspectives to drive innovative solutions and achieve organizational goals
• A minimum of 8years of experience in program management within the Aerospace/Aviation industry
• Familiarity with GE Aerospace's FLIGHT DECK operating model
• Experience with Kaizen, Hoshin Kanri, and Standard Work principles
• PMP or similar project management certification
• Strong knowledge of lean methodologies and project management tools
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Program Leadership : Lead and manage aerospace programs from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to SQDC principles.
• Stakeholder Management : Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Project Planning : Develop detailed program plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Risk Management : Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to ensure program success.
• Performance Monitoring : Track program progress, report on key metrics, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Continuous Improvement: Apply lean principles to optimize program processes and outcomes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance that begins on the first day of employment
• Permissive time off policy for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life insurance and disability coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees