Job Description SummaryThe Lead Program Management Specialist will lead the cross-functional team to deliver on United States Air Force (USAF) PBL contract deliverables within the terms and conditions of the contract and the established business case. This role influences approaches, projects, and programs within the functional area or affected business organization, as well as the ways of working. The position impacts the quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the team’s performance. The Lead Program Management Specialist operates within commercial practices and policies, which may be shaped by the responsibilities of the role. The role involves significant control and influence over commercial priorities, with moderate autonomy to enter into and execute commercial arrangements. Achieving the required outcomes demands high levels of commercial judgment.

*Note 25% travel required

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Contract performance related activities, tied to customer(s) or program(s). Perform as interface between the customer and the internal business team, managing the transfer of information and requests. Assure timely resolution of issues, keep the customer advised of the progress of the program, and negotiate changes, variations, solutions to issues and complying with agreed Terms & Conditions of the contract. Responsible for adherence to contract service, operations, and performance specifications, as well as financial & technical metrics specific to the contract. May also support proposal and negotiations.Contributes towards strategy and policy development and ensure delivery within area of responsibility.Responsible for the profitability and customer satisfaction for assigned contracts.Interact with members of the customer service, parts & transactional services, field service, repair service and/or other teams.Function as liaison between internal organizations and customers for assigned contracts.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 marketUses judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems within projects, product lines, markets, sales processes, campaigns or customers. Takes new perspective on existing solutions.Impacts strategic approaches, projects and programs in the functional area and business organization and espouses FLIGHT DECK principlesMay lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 7 years of Program/Project Management experience).Minimum of 3 years of Program/Project Management experience.This position requires U.S. citizenship status.

Desired Characteristics

Strong oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal and leadership skillsDemonstrated ability to analyze data sets and resolve complex problemsDemonstrated ability to build customer relationshipsAbility to document, plan, market, and execute programsEstablished project management skills

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)).

Additional Information

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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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