Technical Project Manager & Operations Lead - Aerospace Research

Technical Project Manager And Operations Lead

Aerospace Research continues to play a pivotal role in driving the industry's historic recovery while shaping the future of flight. At the forefront of innovation, we invent the technologies that define tomorrow's aviation & aerospace, lift people up, and ensure they return home safely. Guided by our unwavering commitment to safety, excellence, and community, we lead the industry in advancing every aspect of flight. Our purpose unites us, inspires us, and gives meaning to every aspect of our work.

As a Technical Project Manager and Operations Lead within the Digital and Electrical Systems (DES) organization, you will play a dual role in driving innovation and operational excellence. As a Technical Program Manager, you will lead a dynamic, multi-disciplinary research team to deliver cutting-edge technologies that transform the Aerospace industry. In addition to managing projects, you will oversee operational processes, ensuring efficiency, alignment, and continuous improvement across the team.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Plan and execute technical projects : Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Monitor project progress : Own and maintain the project master schedule, track deliverables, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Stakeholder communication : Develop project dashboards and provide regular updates to stakeholders, including status reports, risk assessments, and project outcomes.
• Process improvement : Identify opportunities to streamline project workflows and implement best practices.
• Manage the daily project workflow and interactions between disciplines and technical subject matter experts.
• Own and manage project governance and quality programs.
• Partner cross-functionally with stakeholders in finding solutions to issues that may derail a project plan.
• Support daily operations : Assist in resolving operational challenges, ensuring business continuity, and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Data analysis and reporting : Analyze operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and maintain documentation : Create and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), workflows, and training materials.
• Collaborate with leadership : Work closely with management to align operational strategies with organizational objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement : Implement Lean principles and other methodologies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

Desired Characteristics

The base pay range for this position is 80,000 - 150,000 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close on November 10, 2025.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24 / 7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24 / 7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunities 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 Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Relocation Assistance Provided : Yes