AI Catalyst Leader

As the AI Catalyst Leader for Dowty, a GE Aerospace company, you will bridge the gap between cutting‑edge data science and world‑class aerospace product and service delivery. Reporting to the CDIO of GE Aerospace and the GM of the Dowty, you won’t just build models—you’ll be a leader in a high‑performing team to embed AI directly into our business. This is a high‑impact, gemba‑focused role designed to revolutionise aerospace productivity through Lean principles and intelligent automation.

• Defines and prioritizes AI use cases based on business needs. Collaborates with various departments to understand their challenges and opportunities and develop a roadmap for AI initiatives that deliver measurable business value
• Helps business leaders and teams understand how to use AI. Provides training and resources to ensure a comprehensive understanding of AI concepts, tools, and best practices, enabling informed decision‑making and effective implementation.
• Facilitates adoption of AI‑enabled solutions within the company. Work closely with stakeholders to ensure seamless adoption, address any resistance or concerns, and promote a culture of innovation.
• Monitors the performance and impact of AI initiatives, adjusting as needed to optimize outcomes and drive continuous improvement.
• Key Leader in Data Organization & Protection:
  Oversee data architecture, engineering, platforms, and governance, ensuring a robust, scalable, and secure data ecosystem.
• Cross‑Functional Leadership:
  Collaborate with engineering, digital, product, and business leaders to embed AI and data‑driven decision‑making across the organization.
• Regulatory & Ethical AI Governance:
  Ensure AI solutions meet industry, regulatory, and ethical standards, particularly in aerospace and defense applications.

• Data Management, Interpretation and Processing:
  Adept at organizing, analyzing, and transforming data to extract meaningful insights and support informed decision‑making.
• Cloud Computing:
  Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure for deploying and scaling AI solutions.
• Business Acumen:
  Understands business operations, market dynamics, and financial principles to make strategic decisions.
• Operational Excellence:
  Executes business processes efficiently and effectively to achieve optimal business performance.
• Experienced in Programming Tech & Tools:
  Expertise in languages such as Python, R, and SQL.
• Strong Program Management & Organizational
  
  Skills:
  
  Spearhead all dimensions and layers within the organization to deliver on time, on budget solutions and deliverables.
• Team player who prioritizes customer solutions and business objectives and unyieldingly leverages FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model.
• Multi‑faceted data science expert—capable of operating at a strategic level while also being hands‑on (“Go to Genba”) to collaboratively solve problems.
• Embodies GE Aerospace’s ‘One Culture’ characteristics:
• Passionate Innovator – Drives AI and data‑driven innovation to create new business opportunities.
• Developer of World‑Class Talent – Builds and nurtures high‑performing AI and data teams.
• Accountable Owner – Takes full ownership of initiatives with a focus on execution and results.

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work‑life balance.

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called Flex Choice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

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