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Job Description Summary

We are seeking for a leader with a strong background in both design engineering and manufacturing, as well as understanding of Lean manufacturing processes, to join our team as a Senior Manager - Value Engineering. In this role, you will execute design strategies to improve customer value, enhance manufacturability, and reduce product cost. You will work closely with various departments to execute standards that ensure our products are designed for maximum value, producibility, and at the lowest cost possible. Key success criteria is the development of a pipeline of design changes with value and producibility improvements in mind.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead value engineering workshops inclusive of the 8 phases of the value engineering job plan including functional analysis (FAST diagrams) all the way to the development and implementation of detail value improvement proposals.

• In partnership with Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Sourcing and Product Operations, develop and implement a framework and toolkit of standards aimed at designing products that maximize customer value.

• Execute a framework and toolkit of standards for delivering highly producible products through APQP implementation.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, including Product Engineering, Product Leadership, Sales, and Supply Chain.

• Execute projects leveraging FLIGHT DECK fundamentals.

• Implement and promote lean processes to streamline operations and eliminate waste.

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university

• Minimum of 5 years of design engineering, product planning, or manufacturing experience.

• Preferred locations: Evendale, OH or Lynn, MA.

• Will be open to remote work on a case-by-case basis depending on individual experience and background.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

• Travel: Up to 25%

Preferred Qualifications and Experience :

• 10+ years working experience in design engineering, product planning, or manufacturing preferred.

• Highly desired: Certified Value Specialist Certification (CVS certified)

• Experience in the aerospace industry.

• Familiarity with GE Aerospace's FLIGHT DECK lean operating model

• A leader who models the GE Aerospace Behaviors (Respect for People, Continuous Improvement, Customer Driven): this is mission-critical for all GE employees as an enabler for continuous improvement.

• Experience driving results via the Lean Business System, prioritizing Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.

• Experience in an engineering-driven, long-cycle product development and manufacturing company.

• Proven team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who can effectively collaborate and influence individuals at all levels of the organization.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and 3+ years’ experience applying lean principles in manufacturing and transactional environments.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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.

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General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.​

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

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.