Commercial Engines & Services FLIGHT DECK Lean Leader

General Electric; Fort Worth (TX); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a driven Lean Coach to lead transformative initiatives within their operations. This remote position focuses on fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. You will collaborate with diverse teams, guiding them through lean methodologies and performance management practices. Your expertise will enable significant enhancements in business metrics and customer satisfaction. If you have a passion for coaching and a strong background in Lean principles, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading teams in a Lean environment.
• 10+ years of Lean Transformation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the deployment of the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model.
• Drive kaizen and improvement projects to achieve operational goals.

Skills

Lean Transformation

Coaching

Analytical Problem Solving

Influencing Skills

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

KPI-based Performance Management

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

**Job Description Summary**

Coach, drive, and lead lean behaviors, principles, and practices towards building a culture of continuous improvement. Lead process improvement projects aimed at enhancing business performance, reducing employee burden, and delivering outstanding customer impact. Drive lean transformation to achieve significant improvements in business metrics by partnering with leaders in business management roles.

This role supports the implementation of the GE Aerospace FLIGHT DECK operating model within Commercial Engines and Services. The ideal candidate will have transactional and operational business process lean experience and foundational knowledge of lean principles, approaches, and methodologies.

**Job Description**

**_Essential Responsibilities_**

1. Lead the deployment, coaching, and sustainment of the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model across CES and teams.
2. Lead kaizen and improvement projects focused on achieving operational goals using KPI-based performance management and SQDC principles.
3. Coach and collaborate with all organizational levels and functions, including subject matter experts, support staff, and leadership, to foster a lean culture and drive continuous improvement.
4. Communicate solutions within functions and across cross-functional partner organizations.
5. Explain difficult or sensitive information, build consensus, and utilize persuasion skills to influence others.
6. Coach organizational leaders to deploy Value Stream Management and establish practices for Problem Solving, Daily Management, and Kaizen to improve business and customer outcomes.

**Minimum Qualifications/Requirements**

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading or managing teams in a Lean environment.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Willingness to relocate to our headquarters in Evendale, OH (relocation offered).

**Desired Characteristics and Experience**

• At least 10 years’ experience with Lean Transformation, Principles & Tools, preferably in a transactional environment.
• Proven experience in teaching, coaching, practicing, and applying lean methods.
• Strong bias for action with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Analytical problem solver, challenge existing processes, and think critically.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools to monitor performance metrics and measure improvement effectiveness.
• Humility, receptiveness, agility, eagerness to learn.
• Transparency, candor, constructive contribution.
• Quick learner, strategic prioritization, commitment.
• Leadership qualities: strong communication, decision-making, collaboration.

**Benefits**

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and other employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, access to health coaching, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) with company matching, tuition and adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability, life insurance, and paid time off.

Note: GE Aerospace reserves the right to modify benefits plans at any time. This document does not constitute a contract of employment.

We promote a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive pay. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Legally authorized to work in the U.S. and willing to pass a drug screen are conditions of employment.

**Relocation Assistance**: Yes

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position.