Sustainability Manager – Climate Lead

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

📋 Description

• Assist GE Aerospace in fulfilling climate change mitigation and reporting responsibilities, which includes the climate transition strategy.

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert on product climate issues, concentrating on Scope 3 emissions and related climate topics.

• Execute GHG inventory management strategies and Product Carbon Footprint assessments that adhere to global standards and certifications.

• Collaborate with various GE Aerospace organizations and functions across different levels.

• Represent GE Aerospace in external groups focused on technical climate disclosures, carbon accounting, lifecycle analysis, and GHG reduction claims.

• Prepare for compliance with the EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation, encompassing product-level carbon lifecycle, ecodesign, circularity, and Digital Product Passport requirements.

• Oversee Scope 3 categories and reporting across all GE Aerospace businesses and products.

• Spearhead the creation and implementation of FLIGHT DECK standard procedures for Scope 3 data gathering, analysis, calculation methodologies, and internal as well as external audits.

• Stay updated on Scope 3 and GHG Protocol revisions, new regulations, industry standards, and best practices while leading response strategies.

• Collaborate with Government Relations on regulatory challenges related to sustainability.

• Create content for the Annual Sustainability Report, CDP report, and other sustainability disclosures.

• Assist in cross-disciplinary sustainability initiatives and data inquiries.

• Establish a GE Aerospace circularity program and operationalize processes related to product-level carbon lifecycle and ecodesign.

• Work alongside Engineering, Supply Chain, and Product teams to integrate circular economy principles into product development.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

• A degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Materials, or Environmental fields is preferred.

• At least 3 years of experience in aerospace product engineering or familiarity with the aviation sector.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in product engineering or manufacturing engineering.

• Comprehensive understanding of the aviation value chain and the stakeholders involved.

• Knowledge of carbon inventory management concepts, including Scope 3 GHG methodologies and GHG Protocol.

• Excellent project management abilities with a capacity to lead cross-functional teams.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience in multicultural settings and at various reporting levels.

• Capability to develop and convey technical positions to diverse business and technical audiences.

• Proven ability to analyze issues and provide solutions.

• Skills in project management, daily operations management, and standard work leadership.

• Experience in audit readiness and remediation.

• Proven track record of fostering collaboration among stakeholder groups and understanding the value drivers in partnerships.

• Experience with circular economy principles and product circularity strategies is advantageous.

• Experience in conducting or supervising Life Cycle Assessments, Product Carbon Footprint calculations, or Environmental Product Declarations is a plus.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Must successfully complete a drug screen, as applicable.

• Employees may be subject to random and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Access to Health Coaching services.

• Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessments, counseling, and referral services.

• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan.

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

• Company retirement contributions.

• Resources and planning consultants from Fidelity.

• Tuition assistance.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Paid time off for vacation or illness.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Competitive compensation package.

• In-person New Hire Orientation on Day 1.