Executive, Army Programs

Job Description Summary Are you ready to see your career take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world‑leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen.

Job Description Summary Are you ready to see your career take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world‑leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen.

GE Aerospace seeks a seasoned military aviation leader to serve as Executive for Army Programs. This senior‑level position requires extensive Pentagon experience and deep understanding of military aviation requirements, particularly in rotary‑wing platforms and propulsion systems. The ideal candidate will leverage their military leadership background and familiarity with GE Aerospace's family of military engines and avionics to drive strategic program development, strengthen relationships with Army stakeholders, and support the growth of GE Aerospace's defense portfolio.

• Lead strategic planning and execution for GE Aerospace Army Programs, aligning product offerings with evolving military aviation requirements
• Develop and maintain comprehensive understanding of Army aviation modernization priorities, fleet requirements, and long‑term capability gaps
• Partner with business unit leaders to shape program strategies that support both warfighter needs and business objectives
• Provide strategic guidance on market opportunities, competitive positioning, and program capture strategies

• Leverage Pentagon experience and relationships to engage effectively with Army leadership, program offices, and requirements organizations
• Apply Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) expertise to anticipate budget cycles, program priorities, and resource allocation decisions
• Serve as senior GE Aerospace representative in discussions with Army Program Executive Offices (PEOs), program managers, and acquisition leadership
• Navigate DoD acquisition processes to position GE solutions for current and future Army aviation programs
• Monitor and influence Army aviation policy, strategy, and investment decisions that impact GE Aerospace products

• Develop and maintain deep familiarity with GE Aerospace's family of military engines (T700, T901, T408, etc.) and integrated avionics systems
• Articulate technical capabilities, performance advantages, and lifecycle value propositions to military customers
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure GE solutions meet Army operational requirements
• Support demonstration events, flight evaluations, and technical exchanges with Army stakeholders

• Coordinate across sales, engineering, contracts, and business development teams to deliver integrated solutions
• Lead capture planning and proposal efforts for major Army programs
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of excellence and customer focus

• Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university
• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in military aviation programs, defense acquisition, or related fields
• Extensive Pentagon experience, including demonstrated expertise in Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) processes
• Deep understanding of Army aviation…