[Hiring] Senior FLIGHT DECK Leader – Transformation @GE Aerospace

Role Description

The Senior FLIGHT DECK Leader – Transformation will apply lean transformation principles, concepts and methods through GE Aerospace's proprietary lean operating model, known as FLIGHT DECK, to drive lean conversion at select GE Aerospace locations. The role provides targeted support where the business needs to accelerate transformation: converting target lines and value streams to deliver breakthrough safety, quality, delivery and cost (SQDC) performance, and building the capability each site needs to sustain the gains.

Role Focus:

• This is a hands-on, player-coach role.
• Works with teams on the floor at Genba, leading the conversion of target lines side by side with operators, front-line leaders and support functions.
• Develops capability in the FLIGHT DECK Fundamentals.
• Potential to lead a small team of FLIGHT DECK practitioners deployed to convert target lines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in manufacturing operations or manufacturing engineering.
• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience leading lean conversion, including value stream mapping, Kaizen Event leadership, standard work, and flow and pull, with measurable and sustained results.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering; an advanced degree is a plus.
• Experience as a FLIGHT DECK practitioner or with a comparable lean operating system.
• Experience in aerospace or another regulated, safety-critical manufacturing environment (e.g., AS9100, NADCAP special processes, first article inspection).
• Lean conversion experience across machining, assembly and test operations.
• Experience preparing, facilitating and sustaining 3–5 day Kaizen Events, from framing the problem statement through ownership of follow-up actions.
• Hands-on experience with SMED, TPM, 3P and material flow (kanban, supermarkets, Plan for Every Part).
• Experience leading or developing a small team of lean practitioners, engineers or front-line leaders.
• Experience applying lean in both shop-floor and transactional environments.

Benefits

• Great work environment.
• Professional development.
• Challenging careers.
• Competitive compensation.

Company Description

GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen.