Senior Engineering Project Manager - Advanced Projects- DoD Secret Clearance

Job Description Summary

Are you a project manager who loves working on innovative technologies? If so, GE Aerospace Defense and Systems wants you to join their Advanced programs execution team in Grand Rapids, MI. You will be part of a cross-functional team that develops innovative solutions for capabilities on custom hardware. You will work on projects developing cutting edge technologies in the domains of cybersecurity, edge computing, sensing and signal processing and .

This position is located in Grand Rapids, MI, which is a rapidly growing city receiving multiple recognitions such as being ranked the #1 fastest-growing U.S. metros for jobs and new talent by LinkedIn. Grand Rapids offers a wide range of social activities including professional sports, arts exhibits and several entertainment venues bringing in top performers. With all of this, just a hour away you can enjoy fresh water beaches along Michigan's west coast. An extensive corporate relocation package is also available for eligible candidates.

Current Security Clearance Required.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply today!

Job Description

As a Senior Engineer - Engineering Project Management you will play a vital role in leading a team of passionate and skilled engineers who share your vision of creating innovative solutions. You will be accountable for delivering the agreed project scope within the committed cost, schedule and quality as well as provide oversight and leadership to the engineering team to meet customer and business expectations. To succeed in this position, you will need a background in project management, a keen eye for detail, and desire to learn in a fast-paced environment. You will also need to demonstrate an ability to take full ownership of your role as a key partner driving for team success.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead planning and execution of multiple New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) projects delivering an aligned project delivery scope within the original schedule, budget to meet customer expectations and achieve tollgate milestones.
• Organize, motivate, and guide cross functional Integrated Product Develop Teams (IPDT) toward completion of objectives within given constraints.
• Apply project management acumen to delineate scope, protecting company-developed intellectual property for competitive advantage.
• Define the engineering scope statement and work breakdown structure for the project in collaboration with the program manager (PM), technical leads and project stakeholders.
• Forecast resource requirements for project execution and delivery.
• Engage and build relationships with functional leaders to negotiate resource allocation meeting project needs.
• Routinely report to senior leadership on technical performance, project budget, schedule, scope, and risk.
• Manage and coordinate internal- or external- driven scope change requests.
• Support engineering response effort for customer and internal B&P requests.
• Provide support to the PM in all engineering aspects of external customer interaction, including change liability and cost negotiation, scope, and schedule negotiation.
• Drive pro-active and creative risk mitigation approaches to minimize technical debt and risk to delivery.
• Assure proper documentation of technical data is generated for the assigned projects and is consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
• Streamline engineering processes to cost effectively execute advanced product programs.
• Use judgment and propose solutions outside of set parameters to address complex manufacturing processes with technical variety and interdependent production cycles.
• Apply technical experience and analytical thinking, utilizing multiple internal and limited external sources to make decisions.
• Act as a resource for less experienced colleagues and may lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements.
• Drive weekly and monthly operating reviews using GE's FLIGHT DECK LEAN standards.
• Drive for adoption of FLIGHT DECK LEAN initiatives within the project

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM field.
• 10+ years of product development experience
• 8+ years of technical project management experience
• 5+ years product development experience.
• This role requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship.
• Current Security Clearance Required.

Desired Characteristics:

• Demonstrated financial and operational expertise to navigate multiple projects funding the same product, including understanding different revenue stream types.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills enabling ability to influence others and create cohesive groups.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated project management skills and ability to manage and coordinate internal and external project resources.
• Demonstrated knowledge of schedule and resource planning techniques and project management tools.
• Strong decision-making skills in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of estimation and budgeting process.
• Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems.
• Ability to influence others and create cohesive groups.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Aerospace Industry Experience.
• Experience Developing Electrical Systems.
• Experience leading and coordinating with internal and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Passionate about giving and receiving mentorship.
• Experience with high design assurance embedded systems preferably in defense, safety critical automotive, aerospace or healthcare.

The base pay range for this position is $121,500.00 - $162,100.00. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on 03/31/26.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and 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, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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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)).

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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes