Sr Product Manager - FMS

GE Aerospace • Grand Rapids, MI

17h • $126,000 - $168,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Connected Aircraft Navigation Systems Sr. Product Manager will lead the Flight Management Systems (FMS) product line within GE Aerospace’s Connected Aircraft portfolio. The role works across sales, engineering, contracts, finance, marketing, and program management to define and execute product strategy, shape investment plans, capture customer needs, develop differentiated solutions, and drive business growth. The position is responsible for product roadmaps, new business opportunities, product development efforts, and financial results, aligning customer needs, technology development, and business priorities. The role also partners with other Connected Aircraft product managers to balance priorities as proposal and program activity shifts across the team. An immediate priority is supporting the Boeing 737 FMS update program.

The preferred locations are Grand Rapids, Michigan, or Clearwater, Florida, though remote work within the United States may be considered based on qualifications. Remote employees must attend New Hire Orientation in person on Day 1. The role requires travel up to 25% as needed and access to U.S. export-controlled information; employment is contingent on qualifying as a U.S. Person. The posting is expected to close on 11/30/26.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of relevant avionics experience in product management, program management, systems engineering, engineering, or a related area.
• Ability to travel up to 25% as needed.
• U.S. citizenship status is required by the posting; the role also requires qualifying U.S. Person status for access to export-controlled information.
• Remote employees must attend New Hire Orientation in person on Day 1.

Nice To Haves

• Typically 7–10+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of skills, impact, and potential.
• Strong knowledge of systems, hardware, and/or software design.
• Prior experience with Flight Management Systems (FMS) or related aircraft systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional programs, projects, or teams.
• Strong product and program management skills.
• Strong business judgment and decision-making ability.
• Experience with strategic planning, market analysis, and business case development.
• Ability to document plans, communicate effectively, and drive execution.
• Strong customer-focused mindset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to influence across functions and build strong internal and external working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update product line strategies and technology roadmaps to support growth and long-term market competitiveness.
• Evaluate customer needs, competitive positioning, and investment priorities to define how the product line will win in the market.
• Present strategy updates in regular business reviews and track actions and commitments.
• Partner with Sales and Customer Account Managers to engage customers, influence future opportunities, and represent the product line at industry events and through technical discussions, presentations, and demonstrations.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities by shaping customer-focused solutions, developing competitive win strategies, and supporting pricing and gate reviews.
• Lead cross-functional proposal development, coordinating with engineering, pricing, contracts, and commercial operations.
• Lead product execution for assigned programs, serve as a key customer interface, and drive alignment across the integrated product team.
• Own product line investment planning, including IR&D projects, and work with engineering to prioritize development based on roadmap needs and near-term opportunities.
• Identify and pursue external funding opportunities through early customer engagement, proof-of-concept activities, and technology validation.
• Build and manage external partnerships to strengthen the portfolio, close capability gaps, and inform make/buy decisions.
• Monitor industry trends, customer needs, and competitive activity as the product line’s market intelligence leader.
• Coordinate with program and sales teams to review, maintain, and validate the product opportunity pipeline.
• Own product line marketing content, including presentations, website content, and standard collateral.
• Partner with application engineering on intellectual property strategy, including patent reviews in key technology areas.
• Manage product line financial performance, validate actual results, and support forecasting.
• Provide leadership with regular updates on product line performance, risks, opportunities, and execution progress.
• Use disciplined planning, accountability, continuous improvement, execution rigor, customer focus, and GE Aerospace FLIGHT DECK principles to drive results.
• Support the Boeing 737 FMS update program as an immediate priority.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary or commission plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a Health Coach and the Employee Assistance Program, including confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan with 401(k) savings, 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.
• HealthAhead wellbeing programs supporting physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing.

What This Job Offers

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