Technical Manager – Civil Platforms

Technical Manager – Civil PlatformsThe "Technical Manager – Civil Platforms" will lead a team in the Civil Platforms (CP) engineering organization, supporting the business and Application Engineering teams in defining a strategy for growth, driving initiatives to continuously improve performance and processes, executing successfully on projects to bring value for the company and our customers, and achieving key functional, business, and broad company objectives. This is a People Leader role for a team of roughly 6-10 Systems Engineers (SEs) that will require a talented individual to use their experience, knowledge, influence, and initiative to set strategy, manage team competency development, and drive engineering execution excellence. The position spans Civil Platforms products and projects and includes interfaces with numerous outside organizations.

The role will report directly to the Civil Platforms Engineering Leader with moderate autonomy and require high levels of operational judgment.ResponsibilitiesHold responsibility for delivering engineering excellence to effectively perform bids and proposals, manage projects, execute development strategies, and conduct accurate engineering forecasts for Civil Platform ProductsSupport and conduct strategic resource planning, then build an inclusive, highly technical, and high-performing team through recruitment and competency development, guide them through hard times, and celebrate their successesManage department sub-section to achieve functional, business, and broad company objectives including engineering planning and budgeting, competency development, culture development, process improvement and execution excellenceCreate and execute structured development plans customized for individual team members, including holding the team accountable for supporting development of others within the organizationSet clear expectations for individual and team performance and manage/improve performance using controlled metrics and a continuous improvement mindsetFoster a culture of collaboration, clear communication, lean, and accountability through leading, motivating, and inspiring othersDevelop engineering competency that delivers results compliant with engineering processes and customer contractual requirementsAllocate qualified engineering talent and manage outsource activities to satisfy project demands both for Computing Product projects and other projects requiring the skillsetSupport reporting and escalation rhythms using Lean methodologies with clear communication and firm understanding of status, active ownership and management to resolve issues, and a focus on continuous improvementProvide technical expertise and leadership for the pursuit of new business, the execution of existing business (NPI and IR&D), and the continuous improvement of project management and systems engineering processes, tools, and talentDrive effective startup of new projects, focusing on strategic planning, standardization, reporting/monitoring expectation setting, and One Team collaborationDemonstrate superior technical expertise to translate highly technical engineering concepts into workable solutions, leveraging engineering and product reuseDemonstrate strong project management expertise to establish project teams, conduct project planning, manage and monitor project execution, and perform active risk managementHold project teams accountable to deliver quantifiable results against Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) expectations using Lean MethodologiesDevelop influential relationships with assigned customers at all levelsProvide specific engineering strategies, credibility, plans and actions that differentiate us from our competitors and make GE a great place to work both now and in the futureMaintain high visibility as a key engineering leader in the Avionics business while being respected for maturity, professionalism, expertise, sound judgment, passion for excellence, long-term commitment, and uncompromising integrityRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science from an accredited university or collegeMinimum of 8 years of systems technical and project leadership experience in a highly technical engineering field, preferably avionics systemsAbility to travel up to 10%GE Aerospace will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.Desired CharacteristicsPrevious Engineering Project Manager or Technical Lead experienceMaster's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science from an accredited university or collegeKnowledge and experience in developing and verifying complex avionics systemsPrior experience as a people leaderPersistent, thorough, and execution-focusedDemonstrated success in engineering and business managementDemonstrated professionalism in demeanor and presentation to include excellence in questioning, listening, and influencingDemonstrated capability to constructively partner and drive alignment across matrixed organizationsHighly visible, hands-on approach while setting the example for high standards and accountability for the organizationExperienced with Earned Value and Activity Based Management methodsFinancial knowledgeProven ability to define product solutions which meet customer needs and provide a strong user experienceProficient in identifying stakeholder needs and collaborating with teams to define solutionsAbility to operate in an environment of uncertainty when working with the application of new technologies or processesStrong communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage and inspire both one-on-one as well as in broad audiencesExceptional organization, written, and presentation skillsSelf-starter, persistent, thorough, objective, and accountableEffective at active listening, building trust, being inclusive, providing encouragement, inspiring teams, providing corrective feedback, and being open to new ideas and ways of achieving successLean mindset-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement, visual management, and standard workExperience with and knowledge of industry development and certification standards and processesDemonstrated experience in developing or leading effective teamsThis role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).Additional InformationGE 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