Senior FLIGHT DECK Leader

Job Description Summary The Enabling Functions

FLIGHT DECK

Leader will be responsible for transforming results through the application of

FLIGHT DECK, GE

Aerospace's lean operating model. FLIGHT DECK, our lean operating model, consists of behaviors and fundamentals incorporating results management and lean principles to create a culture that is focused on creating value for our customers through respect for people.

FLIGHT DECK

is how we fulfill our mission to invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. Reporting to the Enabling Functions

FLIGHT DECK

Leader, this role will serve as a coach, facilitator, and advocate to the Sciences Engineering and Strategy organization to drive the understanding and adoption of

FLIGHT DECK.

Job Description Roles and Responsibilities:

​​Partner with Sciences Engineering and Strategy leaders to prioritize and solve problems based on voice of the customer and voice of the process Implement and coach the Daily Management process including daily management meetings, Genba walks, and Kata coaching cycles. Be a champion of kaizen and facilitate kaizen events to drive improvements Coach and develop team members at all levels of the organization to help them build lean skills and become lean practitioners Coach, mentor and develop organizational competencies to drive effective KPI's, action plans, and problem solving to drive sustainable results Deliver step-change performance improvement through the execution of Hoshin Kanri improvement priorities and action planning Work with colleagues to quickly deploy new, best-practice capability and processes Embrace Lean, digital tools, and rigorous prioritization to drive continuous improvement and increase employee and customer satisfaction Support the function to accelerate problem solving application Share best practices across different segments

GE Aerospace Defense and Systems Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college At least 5 years' experience applying Lean in a global, matrix organization

Desired Characteristics:

Experience facilitating 5-day Kaizen events, including preparation, coaching stakeholders in framing the problem statement, facilitating the session to identify opportunities and drive decision-making, assigning ownership, and managing follow-up Experience achieving results using the Lean toolset 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality improvement, and 5+ years of experience in lean or operations leadership Lean methodology and Six Sigma tools Lean practitioner, capable of facilitating Value Stream & Kaizen events and coaching core tools such as Daily Management, structured Problem Solving, and Standard Work. Continuous improvement experience in both transactional and supply chain operations environments Proven to be effective driving outcomes in large, matrixed organizations - able to influence without direct authority Experience delivering Hoshin Kanri (HK) breakthrough objectives. Change agent and able to make the case for lean and demonstrate immediate impact. Experience with Change Management and how to drive adoption and develop maturity Demonstrated bias for action with ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Humble:

respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn

Transparent:

shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively

Focused:

quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.

Leadership ability:

strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborator Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker The base pay range for this position is $ 142,000.00 - $189,000.00 . The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on May 14, 2026. 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, 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 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