Sustainability Manager – Climate Lead

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

📋 Description

• Oversee Scope 3 categories and reporting across GE Aerospace's various businesses and products.

• Spearhead the development and implementation of FLIGHT DECK standard procedures for Scope 3 categories, encompassing data collection, analysis, calculation methodologies, and audits by both internal and external parties.

• Examine updates to external Scope 3 and GHG Protocol methodologies, along with emerging regulations, industry standards, and best practices.

• Establish and lead the execution of strategies to respond to advancements in sustainability.

• Collaborate with Government Relations to address emerging regulatory challenges related to sustainability, including EU Taxonomy, CSRD, and ESPR.

• Create essential content for GE Aerospace’s Annual Sustainability Report, CDP report, and other sustainability-related disclosures.

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

• Develop a circularity program, which includes standardized processes for product-level carbon lifecycle assessments and ecodesign requirements as stipulated under ESPR.

• Support Digital Product Passport data requirements, emphasizing durability, reparability, and recyclability criteria.

• Work in partnership with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Product teams to incorporate circular economy principles into product development.

• Act as the product climate Subject Matter Expert regarding Scope 3 emissions, climate-related issues, GHG inventory management, and assessments of Product Carbon Footprint.

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

• Interact with various GE Aerospace organizations and organizational levels.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; preferred fields include Aerospace, Mechanical, Materials, or Environmental disciplines.

• At least 3 years of experience in aerospace product engineering or a solid understanding of the aviation industry.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product engineering or manufacturing engineering.

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

• Familiarity with carbon inventory management principles, particularly Scope 3 GHG methodologies and the GHG Protocol.

• Excellent project management skills with the capability to lead cross-functional teams.

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities.

• Experience working in multicultural environments and engaging with multiple reporting levels.

• Proven ability to develop and articulate technical positions to diverse business and technical audiences.

• Demonstrated proficiency in analyzing and resolving issues.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Established skills in project management, daily management, and leader standard work.

• Experience with audit readiness and remediation.

• Proven track record of fostering collaboration among stakeholder groups.

• A Master’s degree or equivalent in engineering or business administration is preferred.

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

• Experience in conducting or overseeing Life Cycle Assessments, such as ISO 14040/14044.

• Knowledge of Product Carbon Footprint calculations, such as ISO 14067.

• Experience with Environmental Product Declarations is a bonus.

• Must possess legal authorization to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screening, as necessary; employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

🏝️ Benefits

• 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 retirement contributions.

• Fidelity resources and planning consultants available.

• Tuition assistance for further education.

• Adoption assistance for new parents.

• Paid parental leave for eligible employees.

• Disability insurance coverage.

• Life insurance benefits.

• Paid time off for vacation or illness.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Engaging and challenging career paths.

• Competitive compensation packages.