[Hiring] FLIGHT DECK Development Programs Leader @GE Aerospace

Role Description

The FLIGHT DECK Development Programs Leader owns the strategy and execution of role-based development programs and communities that translate FLIGHT DECK expectations into practical skills for Plant Leaders, Front-Line Leaders, Value Stream roles, Quality roles, and other critical roles. This people leader manages a team of FLIGHT DECK Program Managers and coordination roles to design, deploy, and continuously improve multi-modal development journeys and communities.

• Set the strategy and multi-quarter roadmap for role-based development programs and communities (including the Plant Leader Community and FLIGHT DECK leader-focused forums), aligned to enterprise priorities and SQDC outcomes.
• Lead a team of Program Managers and coordinators to plan, build, deploy, and sustain multi-modal programs (asynchronous, virtual, in-person, practice-based learning, coaching/mentoring).
• Translate FLIGHT DECK expectations into role-specific capabilities and learning objectives; define proficiency ladders, practice, and assessments across key roles.
• Own the operating cadence for the Plant Leader Community and related forums; plan agendas, curate content, manage speakers/facilitators, and publish follow-ups.
• Partner with Learning Designers to create scalable, digitally enabled content, performance support, and facilitator enablement materials.
• Establish standard work for program operations: intake/prioritization, release management, calendar and capacity planning, communications, and change management.
• Run stakeholder operating mechanisms (SteerCo, plant and functional leaders, HR/talent) to align priorities, resources, risks, and outcomes.
• Define and report leading/lagging indicators (adoption, proficiency, on-the-job application, role-specific outcomes) and drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate enterprise deployment and localization across sites/regions; ensure accessibility, quality, and consistency of the learner experience.
• Manage vendor/platform partnerships as needed (e.g., LMS/LXP, analytics, coaching partners); ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Build team capability: set objectives, coach performance, and foster a culture of customer focus and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in development program management, capability-building, or related roles in complex organizations.
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 50%.
• Must reside within 40 miles of a major US Airport.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading teams that design and deploy multi-modal development programs at scale (virtual and in-person).
• Strong portfolio/program management skills: prioritization, capacity planning, roadmap ownership, risk/issue management.
• Demonstrated ability to engage senior stakeholders (plant leaders, functional leaders, HR) and influence outcomes in a matrixed environment.
• Data-driven approach with experience defining metrics, analyzing behavior change, and iterating based on impact.
• Lean manufacturing background; familiarity translating FLIGHT DECK/lean expectations into applied skills and coaching practices.
• Expertise in capability frameworks, assessment strategies, and practice-based learning.
• Experience building role-based communities (peer cohorts, communities of practice, mentoring).
• Excellent communication and storytelling; ability to turn complex concepts into clear, actionable programs.
• Strong people leadership; develops talent, sets clear direction, and fosters an inclusive, high-performance culture.
• Operational excellence mindset; establishes standard work and improves processes to deliver reliably at scale.
• Comfortable with ambiguity; proactive problem-solver with a customer-driven mindset.

Benefits

• The base pay range for this position is $167,000 - $222,000.
• This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/commission based on the plan.
• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace.
• 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.
• 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.