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Lead Program Management Specialist - Program Mgmt

AT GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace

Lead Program Management Specialist - Program Mgmt

Xenia, OH

Job Description Summary

Job Description

About GE Aerospace:

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You'll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you'll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!

Working at our Beavercreek Site:

GE Aerospace operations have been part of the Beavercreek community for over 70 years! Our Beavercreek facility manufactures gas turbine tubes, ducts, and manifolds, and also has complex machining, fabrication and investment casting capabilities. Product engineering, new product development and testing is performed on site. This facility also does repair and overhaul of tubes, ducts, and manifolds. We have been awarded OSHAS's highest safety rating.

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We strive to keep a fun and enjoyable shop atmosphere while maintaining the highest level of quality work output. We work together to make the impossible happen and we are looking for people like YOU to join us! We're looking for team-oriented individuals with the ability to share ideas and make recommendations with peers and leadership.

Role Overview:

The Lead Program Management Specialist will lead cross-functional teams, ensure project milestones are met, and deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget. This role will be responsible for identifying and mitigating risks, managing stakeholder communications, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. Jobs at this level operate with some autonomy but are covered by well-defined Commercial policies.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Management of all contract performance-related activities, tied to customers and programs, including support of proposals and negotiations.
  • Interface between the customer and the internal business team, managing the transfer of information and requests.
  • Adhere to contract service, operations, and performance specifications, as well as financial and technical metrics specific to contracts.
  • Develop, monitor, and adjust detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation plans.
  • Identify and manage risks and develop mitigation strategies through the product lifecycle.
  • Ensure that all projects adhere to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain comprehensive project documentation, which includes preparing and presenting project reports and performance metrics to stakeholders.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 7 years of experience in Program/Project Management)
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in Program/Project Management

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in aerospace or a related field
  • PMP certification
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and practices
  • Experience with regulatory compliance and quality assurance processes
  • Strong cross-functional leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in project management software and tools
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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

Client-provided location(s): Beavercreek, OH, USA
Job ID: GE_Aerospace-R3781352
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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