Flight Management Systems Project Lead | Hybrid + Relocation

GE Aerospace; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead planning, execution and delivery of complex flight management computing systems projects, ensuring technical excellence, schedule adherence and budget control for critical avionics solutions.

This role requires coordinating cross-functional teams, managing risk and vendors, adhering to DO-178C/DO-254, and communicating status to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, integrated product development team leadership or a combination of both within the aerospace or avionics industry, specifically with flight-critical systems.
• Proven experience leading complex software and/or hardware development projects for flight management systems.
• In-depth knowledge of aerospace industry standards, such as DO-178C and DO-254.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and motivate diverse teams.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project) and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Experience with risk management, configuration management, and change control processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
• This position requires U.S. citizenship status.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of flight management computing systems projects from concept through deployment, including requirements definition, design, development, integration, testing, and certification support.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Lead cross-functional engineering teams, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation strategies effectively to stakeholders, senior leadership, and customers.
• Ensure adherence to aerospace industry standards (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254) and GE Aerospace's engineering processes.
• Collaborate with product management, systems engineering, software development, hardware engineering, and quality assurance teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance project efficiency, quality, and predictability.
• Manage external vendor relationships and deliverables as required for project success.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within project management practices and engineering methodologies.

Skills

Project leadership

Jira

MS Project

Agile

Waterfall

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Cross-functional coordination

DO-178C/DO-254 knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical discipline

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

GE Aerospace in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead planning, execution and delivery of complex flight management computing systems projects, ensuring technical excellence, schedule adherence and budget control for critical avionics solutions.

This role requires coordinating cross-functional teams, managing risk and vendors, adhering to DO-178C/DO-254, and communicating status to stakeholders.