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GE Aerospace · 1 month ago

FLIGHT DECK Leader – Defense Engines & Services

Lynn

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$130K/yr - $174K/yr

3+ years exp

GE Aerospace is part of General Electric Company and is focused on transforming flight operations through its FLIGHT DECK model. The FLIGHT DECK Leader will support process improvement initiatives and lean implementation at the Lynn Component Manufacturing facility, driving a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

AerospaceCommercialManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Partnering with DES and Lynn Manufacturing Operations leaders to prioritize and solve problems based on customer and process feedback

Implementing and coaching Daily Management processes, including daily meetings, Genba walks, and Kata coaching cycles

Training and coaching teams on lean methodologies such as visual management, establishing flow lines, daily management, 5S, standardized work, and leader standard work, while using tools like value stream mapping to design lean manufacturing roadmaps

Building cross-functional relationships to foster trust, challenge the status quo, and drive change management for operational improvements

Championing kaizen and facilitating events to deliver measurable improvements

Coaching teams to develop, implement, and sustain a linked operating system that drives KPI transformation and continuous improvement

Developing lean skills across all organizational levels to build a culture of lean practitioners and problem solvers

Deploying best practices, leveraging lean and digital tools, and driving rigorous prioritization to enhance employee and customer satisfaction

Sharing best practices across GE Aerospace to accelerate problem-solving and continuous improvement

Qualification

Lean methodologiesKaizen facilitationValue Stream MappingSix Sigma toolsContinuous improvementCoaching skillsAnalytical thinkingChange managementProject managementEffective communication

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college AND a minimum of 3 years' experience applying Lean in a global, matrix organization

Proven ability to achieve results using the Lean toolset

Experience facilitating 5-day Kaizen events, including preparation, coaching stakeholders in framing the problem statement, facilitating the session to identify opportunities and drive decision-making, assigning ownership, and managing follow-up

Must be US Citizen

Preferred

8+ years of experience in manufacturing and quality improvement, including 3+ years in lean or operations leadership, with expertise in lean methodologies and Six Sigma tools

Extensive experience teaching, coaching, and applying lean methods (e.g., VSM, Cell Design, 3P, TPM, 5S, setup reduction, kaizen, daily management, standard work, leader standard work, problem solving, Kanban, and lean transformations), including facilitating Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events

Proven ability to drive continuous improvement in both transactional and supply chain environments, with experience implementing sustainable TPM and footprint/flow transformations using 3P methodologies

Strong background in manufacturing or job shop environments, with demonstrated ability to motivate teams, foster a positive attitude toward change, and influence outcomes in large, matrixed organizations without direct authority

Effective communicator and leader with facilitation and project management skills, capable of engaging diverse audiences and driving cultural adoption of lean principles through change management

Demonstrated bias for action, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines and deliver measurable results

Personal attributes: humble, transparent, focused, and committed to continuous learning and improvement

Leadership qualities: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborator, and motivator

Problem-solving mindset: analytical thinker who challenges existing processes and drives innovation

Benefits

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.