Overview
Senior Engineering Project Manager - Advanced Projects role at GE Aerospace Defense and Systems. The position is located in Grand Rapids, MI. You will join the Advanced programs execution team and work on cross-functional projects that develop innovative solutions for capabilities on custom hardware, including domains such as cybersecurity, edge computing, sensing and signal processing.
To apply for this position, you need to have an active (or active within past 24 months) US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship. Relocation assistance is provided by GE for this role.
Job Description
As a Senior Engineer - Engineering Project Management you will lead a team of engineers, deliver the agreed project scope within the committed cost, schedule and quality, and provide oversight and leadership to meet customer and business expectations. A background in project management, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are required.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Lead planning and execution of multiple New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) projects, delivering aligned scope within the original schedule and budget to meet customer expectations and achieve tollgate milestones.
- Organize, motivate, and guide cross-functional Integrated Product Development Teams (IPDT) toward objectives within given constraints.
- Apply project management acumen to delineate scope and protect company-developed intellectual property for competitive advantage.
- Define the engineering scope statement and work breakdown structure with the program manager, technical leads, and stakeholders.
- Forecast resource requirements for project execution and delivery.
- Engage and build relationships with functional leaders to negotiate resource allocation meeting project needs.
- Routinely report to senior leadership on technical performance, project budget, schedule, scope, and risk.
- Manage and coordinate internal- or external-driven scope change requests.
- Support engineering responses for customer and internal business and program requests.
- Provide support to the PM in all engineering aspects of external customer interaction, including change management and cost negotiation.
- Drive proactive risk mitigation to minimize technical debt and risk to delivery.
- Ensure proper documentation of technical data in line with engineering policies and procedures.
- Streamline engineering processes to cost-effectively execute advanced product programs.
- Apply technical experience and analytical thinking to make decisions using multiple internal and limited external sources.
- Act as a resource for less experienced colleagues and may lead small projects with low risk and resource requirements.
- Drive weekly and monthly operating reviews using GE's FLIGHT DECK LEAN standards and promote adoption of these initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM field.10+ years of product development experience.8+ years of technical project management experience.Active or recently inactive US security clearance; proof of status required prior to employment.This role requires an active (or active within past 24 months) US Government Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance.Desired Characteristics
Financial and operational expertise to navigate multiple projects funding the same product.Strong oral and written communication skills and leadership abilities.Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage internal and external resources.PMP certification and aerospace industry experience are preferred.Experience developing electrical systems and working with internal and external partners.Mentorship mindset and ability to analyze and resolve problems.Experience with high-design assurance embedded systems in defense, safety-critical domains.The base pay range for this position is $121,500.00 - $162,100.00. The specific pay offered may be influenced by experience, education, and skill set. This posting is expected to close on 10 / 31 / 25. GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits, including health, retirement, tuition assistance, and paid time off. Relocation assistance is provided.
securityclearance
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Employment for non-U.S. residents is contingent on authorization for access to export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen where applicable. Relocation assistance provided : Yes
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