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GE Aerospace · 1 day ago

Lead Engineer – Configuration Manager

West Chester

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

GE Aerospace is a leading company in the aerospace industry, seeking a Configuration Manager to manage a product's configuration throughout its lifecycle. This role involves leading cross-functional collaboration and ensuring alignment in product configuration control, while also championing process improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics.

AerospaceCommercialManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Configuration Control: Ensure consistency and accuracy of product configuration across Engineering, Sourcing, Supply Chain, and Services throughout the product lifecycle

Change Management: Lead the change management process, including facilitating the Program Control Board (PCB) and Configuration Control Board (CCB) to evaluate, approve, and implement changes effectively

PLM and ERP Systems Management: Utilize Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to maintain configuration control and drive consistency across functions

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align priorities, resources, schedules, and deliverables, ensuring seamless integration of changes and updates

Risk and Issue Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues that could impact product configuration or project timelines

Standard Work Development: Develop, document, and maintain standard work processes to ensure repeatability, efficiency, and compliance with program requirements

Process Improvement: Leverage lean methodologies to identify and implement process improvements that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) metrics

Project Execution: Oversee day-to-day execution of configuration-related projects, ensuring deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives

Communication, Metrics, and Reporting: Provide clear guidance and decision-making to ensure alignment and success across all stakeholders. Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to configuration control and change management

Qualification

Configuration ManagementChange ManagementPLM SystemsProject ManagementLean PrinciplesMetrics-Driven MindsetCross-Functional LeadershipAdditive ManufacturingCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college

6 years or more experience in Engineering, Operations, Program Management

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job

Preferred

Deep understanding of configuration management principles and change management processes

Proficiency in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems such as Windchill and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems like Oracle

Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and adapt to dynamic business needs

Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex information, resolve issues, and foster collaboration across diverse teams

Proven ability to lead and align cross-functional teams, facilitating collaboration between Engineering, Sourcing, Supply Chain, and Services to achieve program goals

Familiarity with lean methodologies including continuous improvement practices. Proven ability to develop and drive adoption of standard work

Strong analytical skills with the ability to track, report, and act on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to configuration control, change management, and SQDC metrics

Knowledge of additive manufacturing equipment and associated processes