FLIGHT DECK Program Manager

Job Description Summary

The FLIGHT DECK Program Manager owns and advances the FLIGHT DECK (GE Aerospace's proprietary Lean operating model) strategy across the Technology & Operations (T&O) team. This role is responsible for scaling and evolving an established Lean system by introducing fresh perspectives, modern coaching approaches, and digital enablement. The role operates with enterprise-wide scope, partnering with senior leaders, Lean practitioners, and the central FLIGHT DECK team to drive adoption, execution excellence, and measurable business outcomes.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Own and continuously evolve the Lean strategy roadmap for the Technology & Operations (T&O) team, aligned with enterprise priorities and business outcomes.
• Scale and modernize the existing Lean system by introducing new tools, coaching methodologies, and ways of working.
• Lead enterprise adoption of digital Lean and execution tools (e.g., Miro, Smartsheet, Airtable etc.), influencing digital strategy roadmaps, standards, and integrations.
• Establish and run a consistent operating cadence across the Lean network, including reviews, governance, and performance dashboards.
• Act as the primary T&O liaison to the central FLIGHT DECK team, ensuring alignment on methodology, standards, and reporting.
• Coach Lean leaders and practitioners to strengthen capability in Lean principles, problem-solving, and digital capabilities.
• Partner with senior stakeholders across Technology and Operations to prioritize initiatives and drive accountability.
• Translate strategy into execution using data-driven insights and compelling storytelling.
• Track and communicate impact through meaningful metrics to ensure sustained results.
• Stay current, recommend, and enable digital transformation, automation, and AI-enabled improvement opportunities
  
  

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree accredited college or university AND a minimum of 3 years of experience in Lean, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, digital, or transformation roles.
• OR a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 7 years of experience in Lean, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, digital, or transformation roles.
• Must be willing to travel up to 20%.
  
  

Desired Characteristics & Experience:

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or Computer Science from an accredited university or college.
• Demonstrated ability to own and execute enterprise strategy in complex, matrixed organizations.
• Experience scaling and evolving established systems.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to build credibility through outcomes.
• Experience driving adoption of digital tools and modern ways of working.
• Curiosity and working knowledge of digital transformation and AI applications.
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and systems-thinking capabilities.
• Comfort operating at the intersection of strategy, execution, and transformation.
  
  

This position will come down on Tuesday, January 20th.

Pay and Benefits:

• The salary range for this position is $ 102,000.00 - 136,000.00. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive plan.
• GE provides a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall wellbeing of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes Company Retirement Savings and a 401K with Company matching, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, paid time-off, EAP, and more.
  
  

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.

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: No

• This is a remote position