FLIGHT DECK Leader – Manufacturing Engineering Transformation

GE Aerospace; Wilmington (NC); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is looking for a FLIGHT DECK Leader to drive lean transformation and continuous improvement across manufacturing engineering operations. This role entails implementing lean principles and coaching site leadership to foster a culture of improvement. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with at least 5 years of experience in lean manufacturing leadership, alongside strong problem-solving and leadership skills. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered for this remote position.

Benefits

Health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)

Retirement benefits with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of lean manufacturing leadership experience.
• Proven ability to analyze problems and implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full adoption of FLIGHT DECK fundamentals.
• Advise and coach site leadership on lean principles.

Skills

Lean Principles

Project Management

Quality Management

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

High school diploma/GED with 10 years experience

Job description

Overview

The FLIGHT DECK Leader will be responsible for driving lean transformation and continuous improvement across manufacturing engineering operations, ensuring alignment with GE Aerospace’s FLIGHT DECK operating model. This role requires expertise in lean principles, project or program management, and quality management processes to deliver measurable results in safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC). The FLIGHT DECK Leader will partner closely with the Manufacturing Engineering leader and their extended team to activate FLIGHT DECK and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• FLIGHT DECK Implementation: Lead the full adoption of FLIGHT DECK fundamentals, including Standard Work, Daily & Visual Management, Value Stream Management, Operating Cadences, and Hoshin Kanri, to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Leadership & Coaching: Advise and coach site leadership and teams on FLIGHT DECK principles, acting as a change agent to embed lean practices and drive cultural transformation.
• Process Improvement: Utilize lean tools and methodologies to solve complex problems, develop objectives, and achieve both short-term and long-term goals.
• Kaizen Facilitation: Sensei/Coach gemba coaches to facilitate week-long kaizen events aligned with site-level metrics and business priorities.
• Training & Development: Manage the training and development of extended manufacturing engineering team to ensure alignment with FLIGHT DECK transformation efforts, including curriculum development, delivery, and audit readiness.
• Continuous Improvement: Champion change across the organization, leveraging tools such as the FLIGHT DECK Activation Hub to foster growth and adoption of lean practices.
• Collaboration: Interface effectively with OEMs, internal teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to position technology and processes for current and future success.
• Metrics & Impact: Drive measurable improvements in SQDC performance, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and customer expectations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 5 years of lean manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience Alternative: High school diploma/GED with a minimum of 10 years of lean manufacturing leadership experience.

Desired Experience and Characteristics

• Experience: 10+ years in manufacturing, engineering, quality improvement, program management, with 5+ years in lean/FLIGHT DECK or operations leadership utilizing lean methodologies.
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to analyze problems, identify root causes, and implement efficient solutions.
• Leadership: Strong interpersonal, communication, and team leadership skills, with the ability to facilitate across all organizational levels.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage diverse activities simultaneously and work effectively in a matrix organization.
• Behaviors:
• Humble: Respectful, receptive, agile, and eager to learn.
• Transparent: Shares critical information, speaks with candor, and contributes constructively.
• Focused: Strategically prioritizes work, quick learner, and committed to results.
• Leadership Ability: Strong communicator, decision-maker, and collaborative.
• Problem Solver: Analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, and critical thinker.

Why Join GE Aerospace?

As a FLIGHT DECK Leader, you will play a critical role in advancing GE Aerospace’s lean transformation and defining the future of flight. You will have the opportunity to lead impactful initiatives, coach teams, and drive measurable improvements that align with the company’s vision to deliver exceptional value to customers and shareholders.

Benefits include health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription), access to a Health Coach, 24/7 nurse-based resource, and Employee Assistance Program; retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan with company matching and retirement contributions, plus Fidelity planning resources; other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, sponsor certain employee benefit plans. This document does not create a contract of employment. This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

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 legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon successful completion of a drug screen. Relocation Assistance Provided: No. #LI-Remote - This is a remote position.