Executive Flight Deck Leader – RPCA Part Family

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Collaborate in the formulation and implementation of the growth strategy for the RPCA part family.

• Create and carry out a lean transformation strategy for the RPCA part family.

• Propel lean transformation efforts within GE internal shops, joint ventures, and key suppliers.

• Develop the lean capabilities of the leadership team.

• Offer guidance and mentorship to part family General Managers, plant leaders, staff, and in-plant FLIGHT DECK practitioners.

• Educate and train employees at all levels on lean principles and tools.

• Activate various management strategies including Value Stream Management, Problem Solving/Action Planning, Visual Daily Management, Standard Work, 5S, Operating Cadences, Kanban Systems, Production Preparation Process, and Pull Systems.

• Work collaboratively with the broader FLIGHT DECK community to foster a kaizen mindset, skillset, and toolset throughout GE Aerospace.

• Coach the part family General Manager on the fundamentals of FLIGHT DECK, including the execution of policy deployment.

• Identify and prioritize opportunities to eliminate waste, enhance flow, improve processes, and reduce costs.

• Engage in RPCA operating cadences and team problem-solving to achieve year-over-year KPI performance.

• Advise and counsel staff on matters affecting Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.

• Convey business objectives and programs across various organizational levels.

• Manage one direct report and influence senior leaders both internally and externally across GE shops and strategic suppliers.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.

• At least 8 years of experience in leading Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing, or Supply Chain.

• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 75% as required by business needs, both domestically and internationally.

• Proven experience in successfully driving change and transformation initiatives.

• Knowledge and practical experience in applying lean methodologies in both transactional and shop-floor settings.

• Capability to coach part family General Managers on FLIGHT DECK fundamentals, including policy deployment.

• Proficient in training employees at all levels in lean principles and tools.

• Strong leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, decisiveness, collaborative spirit, and effective expectation-setting.

• Must demonstrate status as a U.S. Person for access to U.S. export-controlled information: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, asylee, or refugee.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

• A Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary / commission according to the plan.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace.

• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• Participation in the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan.

• 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.

• Company contributions towards retirement plans.

• Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance for further education.

• Adoption assistance available.

• Paid parental leave policy.

• Disability and life insurance coverage.

• Paid time off for vacations or illnesses.

• A positive and engaging work environment.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Engaging and challenging career paths.

• Competitive compensation package.

• Relocation assistance offered.