Senior Program Management Manager - Program Management

AE0022 Unison Industries, LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HealthCare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance & Life insurance

Paid time-off

Job summary

GE Aerospace’s Unison unit seeks an experienced program manager to lead New Product Introduction programs within Aerospace & Defense. You will manage the business case, budgets, risks, and stakeholder satisfaction across design through production, ensuring alignment with commercial goals.

Responsibilities include cross-functional process development, strategic planning, and delivering results with strong commercial judgment across teams and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree plus 5+ years in commercial programs, engineering or operations.
• High School Diploma / GED with 9+ years in program management or equivalent.
• Aviation/aerospace industry experience preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• Familiarity with FLIGHT DECK fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall business case execution, outcomes, and stakeholder management for assigned NPI programs.
• Develop and integrate program management processes across the organization.
• Involve in long-term planning, manage complex issues across functions, and contribute to strategy.
• Provide horizontal leadership to cross-functional areas involved in programs.
• Use data analysis to support recommendations and decisions.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Program/project management

Data-driven decision making

Aerospace industry awareness

FLIGHT DECK fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma / GED with 9+ years experience

Tools

FLIGHT DECK tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

Unison, a GE Aerospace company, is the leading provider of differentiated engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions in the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments. Serving both original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket customers, Unison designs, manufactures and supplies the most advanced components and systems in the world. Responsible for the execution of New Product Introduction (NPI) programs through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Accountable for program schedule, budget performance, risk management, contract management, customer deliverables and satisfaction, and overall metrics that impact the business case. Guided by commercial practices and policies that are intended to steer the program through the design phases and into certification and production. Has significant control/influence over commercial priorities. There is moderate autonomy within the role to enter into/execute Commercial arrangements. High levels of Commercial judgement are required to achieve outcomes required.

Essential Responsibilities

Accountable for the overall business case execution, outcomes, and stakeholder management for assigned NPI programs. Accountable for functional, business, and broad company objectives. Integrate and develop program management processes that meet business needs across the organization, be involved in long-term planning, manage complex issues across functions, and contribute to the overall business strategy. Developing specialized knowledge of latest commercial developments in own area and communication skills to influence others. Contributes towards strategy and policy development and ensure delivery within area of responsibility. Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; has working knowledge of competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market. Uses judgment to make decisions or solve complex tasks or problems within programs, product lines, markets, sales processes, campaigns or customers. Takes new perspective on existing solutions. Uses technical experience and expertise for data analysis to support recommendations. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own function to arrive at decisions. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Provides horizontal leadership to cross-functional areas involved in the execution of assigned programs. Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. Developing persuasion skills required to influence others on topics within field.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university plus a minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial programs, engineering, or operations, OR; a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 9 years of experience in program management, customer, or equivalent project-based experience.

Desired Characteristics & Experience

Experience in the aviation/aerospace industry is preferred. Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills. Demonstrated use of FLIGHT DECK fundamentals.

Benefits

• HealthCare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

Additional Information

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

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 who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.