Head of GE Aerospace Research Communications

Job Description Summary

The Head of GE Aerospace Research Communications is a member of the research center's senior leadership team and will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the communications strategy for the research center. This position will manage a highly functional team of communicators and event professionals and is response for aligning research communications with broader company priorities. The role requires a dynamic individual with expertise in strategic communications, event management, and executive-level engagement. This individual will also ensure cross-functional collaboration with Public Affairs, Government Relations, Commercial Engines & Services, and Defense & Systems to support the growing importance of the GE Aerospace Research Center and the onsite experience in Niskayuna.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

Oversee all major internal and external events at the GE Aerospace Research Center in Niskayuna, NY, ensuring alignment with the center's strategic priorities and stakeholder needs

Shape and market the GE Aerospace Research brand through strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with the company's broader innovation storytelling efforts

Oversee all internal, employee, and site communications efforts, including employee engagement, internal and external events, and executive communications for the General Manager & Senior Director of GE Aerospace Research

Collaborate cross-functionally with Public Affairs, Commercial Engines & Services, and Defense & Systems teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment across GE Aerospace

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, English, Journalism, or a related field (preferred)

Proven experience in strategic communications, event management, and executive-level engagement

Experience working in a highly technical environment or with technical subject matter

Exceptional written and verbal communications skills

Proven experience working closely with senior executives

Ability to work collaboratively across global teams and drive alignment with broader company objectives

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)

Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in a related role, ideally with a large industrial or research organization (preferred)

Demonstrated expertise in managing communications during times of crisis or significant organizational change

The base pay range for this position is 150,000 - 250,000 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.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their 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.

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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