Sr Product Manager - FMS

GE Aerospace; Redmond; Remote; AUD 179,000 - 239,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Sr. Product Manager to lead the Flight Management Systems (FMS) within the Connected Aircraft portfolio in the United States. You will drive product strategy, invest in roadmaps, and deliver financial results, collaborating with sales, engineering, contracts, finance, marketing, and program management.

A priority is supporting the Boeing 737 FMS update program. The role emphasizes strategic thinking and execution, balancing customer needs with technology development and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years in avionics-related roles.
• Travel up to 25% as needed.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• In-person attendance for New Hire Orientation on Day 1 if working remote.
• Experience with Flight Management Systems (FMS) or related aircraft systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update product line strategies and roadmaps.
• Define how the product line will win by evaluating customer needs and competition.
• Present strategy updates in business reviews and track progress.
• Engage customers early with Sales and Account Managers; represent the product line at industry events.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities; support pricing and gate reviews.
• Lead cross-functional proposals with engineering, pricing, contracts.
• Own investment planning and prioritize development with engineering.
• Manage product line financial performance and forecasts.
• Provide regular leadership updates on performance, risks, and progress.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Strategic planning

Market analysis

Customer engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Business/Finance or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Connected Aircraft Navigation Systems Sr. Product Manager will lead the Flight Management Systems (FMS) product line within our Connected Aircraft portfolio. In this role, you will work cross-functionally with sales, engineering, contracts, finance, marketing, and program management to define and execute product strategy, shape investment plans, capture customer needs, build differentiated solutions, and drive business growth.

You will be responsible for developing product roadmaps, supporting new business opportunities, managing product development efforts, and delivering financial results for your product line. This role requires both strategic thinking and strong execution, with a focus on aligning customer needs, technology development, and business priorities.

You will also partner closely with other product managers across the Connected Aircraft portfolio, helping balance priorities as proposal and program activity shifts across the team. One of the immediate priorities for this role will be supporting the Boeing 737 FMS update program.

Note: The preferred location for this role is at the Grand Rapids, Michigan or Clearwater, FL, but remote work within the United States may be considered based on candidate qualifications.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and update product line strategies and technology roadmaps to support business growth and long-term market competitiveness




• Define how the product line will win in the market by evaluating customer needs, competitive positioning, and investment priorities




• Present strategy updates in regular business reviews and track progress on actions and commitments




• Partner with Sales and Customer Account Managers to engage customers early, influence future opportunities, and represent the product line through industry events, technical discussions, presentations, and demonstrations




• Identify and pursue new business opportunities by shaping solutions that address customer needs, developing competitive win strategies, and supporting pricing and gate review activities




• Lead cross-functional teams to develop proposals, including coordination with engineering, pricing, contracts, and commercial operations to build compelling, executable offers




• Lead product execution for assigned programs, serving as a key customer interface and driving alignment across the integrated product team




• Own investment planning for the product line, including IR&D projects, and partner with engineering to prioritize development efforts based on strategic roadmap needs and near-term business opportunities




• Identify and pursue external funding opportunities, including early customer engagement, proof-of-concept activities, and technology validation efforts




• Build and manage external partnerships that strengthen the product portfolio, close capability gaps, and inform make/buy decisions




• Serve as a market intelligence leader for the product line by monitoring industry trends, customer needs, and competitive activity




• Coordinate with program and sales teams to review, maintain, and validate the product opportunity pipeline




• Own product line marketing content, including presentation materials, website content, and other standard collateral




• Partner with application engineering to support intellectual property strategy, including patent reviews in key technology areas




• Manage product line financial performance, including validation of actual results and support for forecasting




• Provide regular updates to leadership on product line performance, risks, opportunities, and execution progress




• Operate with strong planning, clear accountability, and disciplined business processes consistent with GE Aerospace’s operating principles for continuous improvement, execution rigor, and customer focus




• Apply GE Aerospace’s FLIGHT DECK principles in day-to-day work, using lean execution, continuous improvement, and customer focus to drive results.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field




• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in avionics, such as product management, program management, systems engineering, or engineering




• Ability to travel up to 25% as needed




• This position requires U.S. citizenship status.




• This role will require in-person attendance for New Hire Orientation on Day 1 if working remote.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Typically 7–10+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combinations of skills, impact, and potential




• Strong knowledge of systems, hardware, and/or software design




• Prior experience with Flight Management Systems (FMS) or related aircraft systems




• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional programs, projects, or teams




• Strong product and program management skills




• Strong business judgment and decision-making ability




• Experience with strategic planning, market analysis, and business case development




• Ability to document plans, communicate effectively, and drive execution




• Strong customer-focused mindset




• Excellent oral and written communication skills




• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills




• Ability to influence across functions and build strong working relationships internally and externally

The base pay range for this position is $126,000.00 - $168,000.00 USD Annually. 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 11/30/26.

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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.

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)).