Capture Manager - Advanced Programs

Advanced Propulsion Systems Engineer

In Advanced Programs, we invent, develop, and test the future of advanced military technologies and integrated propulsion systems, delivering an asymmetric capability to the U.S. warfighter as they protect and defend freedom around the globe.

Job Description

In this role, you may:

• Work closely with the GE Edison Works business development team to shape, attract, and win new contracts centered on next generation propulsion system capabilities that meet business and customer needs.
• Be involved in long-term planning and contribute to the overall business strategy.
• Provide systems integration focus working directly with GE EW Project counterpart to support Advanced Propulsion System studies.
• Establish Customer pull and protect IP.
• Help lead and direct, advanced studies, proposals, ROM cost estimates and road map initiatives.
• Help drive proposal quality, timely delivery and competitive proposals for OEM/DoD RFIs and RFPs.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with Weapon Systems Contractors or DoD Agencies and position GE for winning on customer activities.
• Manage budgets and schedules.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Physics, or Mathematics from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in an engineering role, with at least 5 years of experience in Propulsion Preliminary Design or Propulsion Systems Engineering (Aero / Thermal / Mechanical).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
• This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. Citizenship. Preference will be given to candidates who currently hold US Government Security Clearance.
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise fashion.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrated customer interface skills.
• Demonstrated program management abilities (planning, budgets, schedules, reviews).
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

Desired Characteristics:

• Current Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Experience with WSC or DoD customer and processes.
• Experience working early TRL multi-disciplinary programs.
• Experience leading or supporting proposals or external funding pursuits.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead by influence.
• Advanced Degree in Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics.

Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.

The base pay range for this position is 142,100.00 - 217,900. 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/commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on July 1, 2026.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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 (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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