Defense Engines Engineering Central Operations Leader

Job Description Summary The Defense Engines Engineering Central Operations Leader has responsibility for several core deliverables within the Defense & Systems Engineering organization. This individual will be responsible but not limited to manpower planning, budgeting, productivity, compliance, and operational efficiency (Flight Deck) for the support of the Defense Engines Engineering Operations team. Individual will also be responsible and accountable (ownership) for developing Standard Work for multiple processes working with Section Leadership aligning defined processes within Defense & Systems Central Operation peers across 10 Defense Engines Sections and potentially beyond to improve the overall D&S Engineering organization. Develops forward-looking strategies with execution to ensure programs have adequate resources – both technically and headcount. Leads the monthly operating rhythm (MOR) for Defense Engines. Significant leadership of engagement and people plans and implementation. Key partner with finance and human resources; works closely with the Defense Engines Executive Director for resource planning, budgeting and strategic vision ensuring execution. Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

In addition you will

Manage engineering spend of the Defense & Systems company, customer, and cost share budgets ~$1.5B.Provides management and support of the Defense Engines plant and equipment budgetConnect with enterprise initiatives and communicate to senior leadershipSupport the organization’s compliance and export control proceduresOwn performance of Defense Engines operating metrics, analysis, and corrective actionSupport needs of Defense & Systems Engineering - Defense Engines and staffLead and oversee KPIs and associated Action Plans for Defense Engines Engineering.Work with Section Op’s leaders on defining best practices and deploying standard work across the organization.Embrace Flight Deck (Lean mindset) helping drive a culture chance and practical application of lean at the process level.

Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aero, electrical, or chemical engineering or physics or mathematics from an accredited university or collegeMinimum of 7 years of experience in project leadership or role in an engineering environmentMinimum of 2 years of experience in an Operations and / or Management roleAbility to obtain and maintain US government security clearances to programs

Desired Characteristics

Strong oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal and leadership skillsDemonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problemsDemonstrated ability to lead programs / projectsAbility to document, plan, market, and execute programsEstablished project management skillsKnowledge of mechanical design and assembly proceduresExperience in an NPI Systems Operations rolePrevious Section or Sub-Section Management experienceLean/Six Sigma/Fastworks experienceStrategic mindset with a need and history of driving change

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