Strother Site Quality Leader

GE Aerospace•Arkansas City, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shop Quality Leader will provide strategic and technical leadership to drive Zero Defect Culture and Proactive Quality across shop operations. The person in this role will lead the quality organization at Strother and will partner with the Plant Leader, Product Support Engineering, and the Global MRO organization to drive continuous improvement. Company Intro/About Us: GE Aerospace is a global leader in providing jet engines, components, and systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, we are committed to innovation, safety, and delivering high-quality solutions that power the future of flight. Working here means being part of a team that values collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement. Site, Business, OR Functional Area Overview: If you want to be part of something special, consider a career opportunity at our advanced technology engine services overhaul facility. Here, employees are helping to restore commercial and military jet engines to their fullest functionality, efficiency, and performance. We have experienced teams working in plasma, frame and wire spraying, polyurethane and sermetel painting as well as heat treating, brazing, and TIG welding operations. In addition to comprehensive internal engine repair/overhaul, we also operate a world-class evaluation and testing facility that’s FEDEC capable. Role Overview: As the Strother Site Quality Leader, you will provide strategic and technical leadership to drive a Zero Defect Culture and Proactive Quality across shop operations. This full-time, on-site role involves leading the quality organization at Strother, partnering with Plant Leadership, Product Support Engineering, and the Global MRO organization to drive continuous improvement and ensure regulatory compliance. The Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is a proven leader with strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging at all levels of the organization. They thrive in a fast-paced environment, are passionate about driving continuous improvement, and have a deep understanding of quality operations and regulatory compliance. Additional Information: GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations, or related field
Minimum 6 years of experience in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related areas
Minimum 2 years of Leadership experience
Ability to travel – 10%

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact and engage at all levels of the organization
Understanding of GE Aerospace quality policies and procedures
Experience in P145 regulatory environment and compliance
Proven leader in driving Continuous Improvement
Strong problem-solving experience
Strong program and project management skills

Responsibilities

Own Zero Defect Culture and Proactive Quality for shop operations.
Collaborate with Plant Leadership and Staff on Breakthrough Objectives and Top-Level Improvement Priorities for the site.
Champion FLIGHT DECK in Quality operations, providing subject matter expertise on methods and problem-solving tools.
Partner with customer teams and directly with customers on quality improvement to enhance the customer experience.
Drive advanced quality tool maturation in shop operations.
Lead a team of quality professionals, coaching and mentoring them on an ongoing basis.
Assure performance to Key Performance Indicators in customer-delivered and in-process quality.
Maintain strong regulatory compliance for P145 repair station.
Champion the local Safety Management System and partner horizontally across the network to strengthen standardization of global SMS processes.
Drive and maintain regulatory and operator approvals in partnership with engine programs and overall network strategy.