Commercial Engines & Services FLIGHT DECK Lean Leader

General Electric; Lynn (MA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate leader to drive lean behaviors and principles within their organization. The ideal candidate will spearhead process improvement projects, enhancing business performance and customer impact. This role involves coaching teams at all levels, leading kaizen events, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. With a focus on operational excellence, you will collaborate with various stakeholders to implement lean methodologies effectively. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Lean environment leading teams.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to influence without authority.

Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment and sustainment of the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model.
• Coach organizational leaders on Value Stream Management and Kaizen practices.

Skills

Lean Transformation

Coaching

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Performance Monitoring 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 with the goal of 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 transactional and operational business process lean experience and foundational knowledge of lean principles, approaches, and methodologies.

Job Responsibilities

1. Lead the deployment, coaching, and sustainment of the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model across CES and teams.
2. Lead kaizen events and improvement projects aimed at achieving operational 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 foster a lean culture and continuous improvement.
4. Communicate solutions effectively within functions and cross-functional partner organizations.
5. Explain complex or sensitive information clearly; build consensus and influence others through persuasion.
6. Coach organizational leaders on 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.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Willingness to relocate to Evendale, OH, if necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience with Lean transformation, principles, and tools, preferably in a transactional environment.
• Proven experience in teaching, coaching, and applying lean methods.
• Strong problem-solving skills, analytical mindset, and ability to challenge processes.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Experience with data analysis and performance monitoring tools.
• Characteristics: humble, transparent, focused, with leadership abilities in communication, decision-making, and collaboration.

Benefits and Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, tuition assistance, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and paid time off. Employment decisions are made without regard to legally protected characteristics. This position is remote, with relocation assistance provided. Employment is contingent upon legal work authorization and passing a drug screening.