Advanced Lead Engineer - Project Management

Job Description Summary

The Civil Platforms (CP) Team is seeking an Engineering Project Manager (EPM) to lead the Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) and Platform Systems projects. The EPM will be responsible for driving engineering activities and supporting the IMA Systems team in planning, initiating, and executing systems-level activities. This role is critical to ensuring the successful delivery of IMA products that align with GE Aerospace's Technology Roadmap and Strategic Business initiatives.
The ideal candidate will possess expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) and avionics systems development processes, including ARP 4754A, DO-178B/C, DO-160, DO-330, and other relevant standards. The candidate should have a proven track record of planning and managing projects while effectively controlling scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
The EPM will develop a broad and deep level of expertise related to Civil Computing System (CCS) products and demonstrate the ability to identify and manage critical paths and dependencies within projects.
Relocation Friendly Opportunity: Preference is to relocate to Grand Rapids, MI, with a secondary option to relocate to Clearwater, FL.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

The EPM will provide business and technical leadership for the development of IMA products and systems. This role requires strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and oral communication skills. The EPM must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and capable of working collaboratively in a process-centric environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Leadership and Team Management :

• Lead an Integrated Project Team (IPT) in the development of IMA products.
• Collaborate closely with Systems and Technical Leads to manage KPIs, monitor, and control execution of key activities.
• Proactively engage with IPT members and serve as a technical and financial leader across global cross-functional teams, including customers, program management, technical experts, software, systems, hardware, safety, and applications engineering teams.

Project Execution :

• Manage project planning, scheduling, cost, technical scope, risk, and quality.
• Identify and manage critical paths and dependencies to ensure project success.
• Provide status updates and performance metrics to internal and external stakeholders, including program, business, and technical management.

Customer Engagement :

• Communicate effectively with customers, addressing concerns and ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Resolve customer issues in alignment with GE Aerospace's mission, values, and financial objectives.
• Identify customer needs and sales opportunities to support future growth.

Technical Expertise :

• Demonstrate domain expertise in IMA products and avionics systems engineering.
• Maintain an expert level of product/process knowledge and application.
• Document project details and ensure consistent communication with support groups, management, and executives.

Travel and Coordination :

• Travel to project sites to interface with IPT members and customers.
• Coordinate with internal support organizations and target accounts to maintain professional business relationships.

Basic Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field.
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering project management experience, preferably in avionics or aerospace systems.
• This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of status.

Desired Characteristics

• Proficiency in Earned Value Management (EVM) and project management tools such as Deltek Open Plan.
• Knowledge of aviation and avionics systems engineering standards, including SAE ARP-4754A, DO-178B/C, DO-297, DO-330, and DO-254.
• Project estimation and bidding experience.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP or similar).
• Familiarity with GE Aerospace internal engineering and business standards.
• Experience with avionics products and end customers.
• Strong ability to identify and manage critical paths and dependencies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with customers and stakeholders.

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