Advanced Lead Engineer - Project Management

Overview

The Civil Platforms (CP) Team is seeking an Engineering Project Manager (EPM) to lead the Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) and Platform Systems projects. The EPM will drive engineering activities and support the IMA Systems team in planning, initiating, and executing systems-level activities to ensure successful delivery of IMA products aligned with GE Aerospace’s Technology Roadmap and Strategic Business initiatives. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) and avionics systems development processes, including ARP 4754A, DO-178B/C, DO-160, DO-330, and other relevant standards, and a proven track record of planning and managing projects while controlling scope, budget, schedule, and quality.

The EPM will develop broad and deep expertise related to Civil Computing System (CCS) products and identify and manage critical paths and dependencies within projects. Relocation-friendly opportunity: preference to relocate to Grand Rapids, MI, with a secondary option to relocate to Clearwater, FL.

Job Description

The EPM will provide business and technical leadership for the development of IMA products and systems. This role requires strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and oral communication skills. The EPM must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and capable of working collaboratively in a process-centric environment.

• Lead an Integrated Project Team (IPT) in the development of IMA products.
• Collaborate closely with Systems and Technical Leads to manage KPIs, monitor, and control execution of key activities.
• Proactively engage with IPT members and serve as a technical and financial leader across global cross-functional teams, including customers, program management, technical experts, software, systems, hardware, safety, and applications engineering teams.

• Manage project planning, scheduling, cost, technical scope, risk, and quality.
• Identify and manage critical paths and dependencies to ensure project success.
• Provide status updates and performance metrics to internal and external stakeholders, including program, business, and technical management.

• Communicate effectively with customers, addressing concerns and ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Resolve customer issues in alignment with GE Aerospace’s mission, values, and financial objectives.
• Identify customer needs and sales opportunities to support future growth.

• Demonstrate domain expertise in IMA products and avionics systems engineering.
• Maintain an expert level of product/process knowledge and application.
• Document project details and ensure consistent communication with support groups, management, and executives.

• Travel to project sites to interface with IPT members and customers.
• Coordinate with internal support organizations and target accounts to maintain professional business relationships.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or engineering field.
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering project management experience, preferably in avionics or aerospace systems.
• This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of status.

• Proficiency in Earned Value Management (EVM) and project management tools such as Deltek Open Plan.
• Knowledge of aviation and avionics systems engineering standards, including SAE ARP-4754A, DO-178B/C, DO-297, DO-330, and DO-254.
• Project estimation and bidding experience.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP or similar).
• Familiarity with GE Aerospace internal engineering and business standards.
• Experience with avionics products and end customers.
• Strong ability to identify and manage critical paths and dependencies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with customers and stakeholders.

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