Job Description SummaryThe Tubes & Ducts Operations Leader supports the Value Stream Integration Leader by driving cross-functional collaboration across Safety, Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Sourcing. This role focuses on leading the Tubes & Ducts Part Family and managing current and future value stream maps for tubes, ducts, and shared hardware solutions. The position requires a strong technical background, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities 

Safety: Ensure compliance with GE Aerospace safety standards and promote a safety-first culture. Quality: Maintain high-quality standards and ensure deliverables meet industry and company requirements. Delivery: Manage tasks to meet deadlines and collaborate with teams for timely project completion. Cost: Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement efficiency improvements. Serve as the Obeya operational leader, driving prioritization, escalation, and alignment across functions. Develop and execute operational cadences (e.g., DMS, WOR, MOR) and update the Part Family Obeya. Create kaizen roadmaps aligned with performance metrics and priorities. Deploy standard work for operational rhythms and manage escalation processes. Highlight process gaps, drive problem-solving using FLIGHT DECK tools, and foster continuous improvement. Collaborate across functions to eliminate roadblocks and enhance productivity. Build predictive models to align supply chain realities with business commitments. Coach and lead FLIGHT DECK principles to drive cultural transformation and operational improvements. Participate in problem-solving teams using FLIGHT DECK methodologies. 
 

Required Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years Manufacturing Engineering or Operations experience + minimum of 5 years (specific) experience

Desired Characteristics: 

 Master’s degree (MBA or related field), certifications in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma, and 10+ years of aerospace manufacturing experienceDrive accountability in addressing issues and implementing solutionsFoster collaboration, transparency, and integrity across functions to achieve shared goalsEnsure supply chain realities align with external business commitments through model predictionsCoach and lead FLIGHT DECK behaviors and tools across operational areasRecommend best practices to address internal and external challenges and improve processes

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings 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. ​

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), employment will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

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