Capture Manager - Advanced Programs

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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.

• 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 roadmap 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.

• 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 U.S. Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. Citizenship. Preference will be given to candidates who currently hold U.S. 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.

• 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.

Base pay range: $ – $. 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 March 1, 2026.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and well‑being. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach and an Employee Assistance Program. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) 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.

This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Employment is 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, granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act).

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Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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).