Commercial Engines & Services FLIGHT DECK Lean Leader

General Electric; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lean Transformation Leader to drive continuous improvement and enhance business performance. This role involves leading process improvement projects, coaching teams in Lean principles, and fostering a culture of excellence. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Lean methodologies and a proven track record of delivering impactful results. With a focus on collaboration and communication, you will work across functions to implement effective solutions. If you're passionate about driving change and making a difference, this remote opportunity could be your next career move.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Retirement Plans

Tuition Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Lean environments leading teams.
• Proven ability to coach and teach lean methods effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment of the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model.
• Coach leaders in implementing Lean practices to improve outcomes.

Skills

Lean Methodology

Coaching Skills

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Performance Metrics 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 will support the implementation of the GE Aerospace FLIGHT DECK operating model within Commercial Engines and Services. The ideal candidate will have experience in transactional and operational business process lean initiatives, with foundational knowledge of principles, approaches, and lean methodology.

Job 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 to meet operating goals using KPI-based performance management and SQDC principles.
3. Coach and collaborate with all organizational levels, including Subject Matter Experts, Support Staff, and Leadership, to promote Lean Culture and Continuous Improvement.
4. Communicate solutions within functions and across cross-functional partner organizations.
5. Explain difficult or sensitive information, build consensus, and use persuasion skills to influence others.
6. Coach organizational leaders in deploying Value Stream Management and implementing Problem Solving, Daily Management, and Kaizen practices to improve business and customer outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• At least 5 years of experience leading or managing teams in a Lean environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.
• Relocation offered only to candidates willing to relocate to Evendale, OH.

Desired Characteristics and Experience

• Minimum of 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 and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Analytical problem solver, challenge existing processes, critical thinker.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools to monitor performance metrics and measure improvement initiatives.
• Humble, respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
• Transparent, shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
• Focused, quick learner, strategic prioritization, committed.
• Leadership qualities: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborator.

Additional Benefits and Employment Information

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, tuition and adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and paid time off. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Relocation assistance is provided. This is a remote position.