Technology Manager Aerothermal

Technology Manager For Aerothermal Lab

As a GE Vernova accelerator, GE Vernova Advanced Research is driving strategy and leading research and development efforts to execute on the business's mission to help power the energy transition. We forge the collaborations and help invent the technologies required to electrify and decarbonize for a zero-carbon future. Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova's businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 entities at the forefront of technology to execute on 150+ energy focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy.

As the Technology Manager for the Aerothermal lab, you will lead a world class team of Researchers focused on inventing and developing aerodynamic, thermal and process modeling solutions for the next generation of GE Vernova's products and services. In order to achieve this, you will work with the leaders of the manufacturing, services, engineering and product teams across GE Vernova Power, Renewables, and Electrification businesses to develop disruptive aerothermal technology roadmaps aligned with the business' product, manufacturing and lean roadmaps. You will also work with technology leaders at the GE Vernova Advanced Research and external partners such as government agencies to define strategy and programs and then act as an enabler for team execution. The Technology Manager will drive technical and organizational strategy, ensure team execution and operational excellence, and provide guidance and coaching to team members on technical and career direction.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Build a robust portfolio of Research programs to drive the Aerothermal strategy across the GE Vernova businesses (Power, Wind, and Electrification).
• Lead early-stage technology development in aerothermal analysis, design, and optimization with high disruption potential and mature these technologies from initial concept to successful product introduction.
• Coordinate disruptive technology efforts in close collaboration with our GE Vernova businesses and ensure that such efforts are incorporated into long-term multi-generational technology and product road maps and plans.
• Drive technology and product roadmaps to ensure our businesses have a multi-year strategic plan that is competitive.
• Drive the GE Vernova strategy for safety, quality and productivity in early stage programs, research and products and services.
• Lead a world-class team of Technologists with a focus on developing and integrating aerothermal attributes into product design and development.
• Responsibilities include driving technical and organizational strategy, ensuring operational excellence (safety & compliance, finance, resource planning) and enabling project execution.
• Recruit and retain top talent. Provide mentoring, coaching, career growth opportunities and focused operational development (project / program management, Lean principles, etc.) for team members.
• Work closely with the Technology Director and Mission Leaders, collaboratively across the GE Vernova business and technology teams, and with key external partners to develop / refine the vision and strategy for the Aerothermal team.
• Resource planning for the team to meet both organizational needs and Researcher development goals.
• Create an open environment and cross sharing of technology. Collaborate across disciplines and actively contribute to the Technology Manager / People Leader community at the site.
• Establish, maintain, and grow strategic relationships with the GE Vernova and external community in areas of need for the organization.
• Represent and promote GE Vernova's research in the community.
• Work closely with Chief Engineers and Chief Scientists, Senior Principal Engineers and Senior Principal Scientists & Principal Engineers and Principal Scientists to develop technical strategy for the Aerothermal organization and to enable the team to grow and excel technically

Required Qualifications

Desired Characteristics

The salary range for this position is $131,700 - $219,300 USD, annually. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. This position is also eligible for a performance bonus. This position will remain posted until at least October 29th, 2025.

GE provides a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall wellbeing of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes Company Retirement Savings and a 401K with Company matching, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, paid time-off, EAP, and more.

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