Project Manager, Support Equipment Product Support

GE Aerospace • Arkansas City, KS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Project Management/ Planning/ Coordinating activities typically in the context of a production or services project to fulfill a customer order or need according to financial/commercial parameters and ensuring customer satisfaction. Responsible for departmental operations planning/execution or is focused on execution of professional activities within a technical discipline. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).

GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We are advancing aviation technology with a relentless focus on safety, quality, and innovation, helping our customers tackle their most complex challenges while defining the future of flight. Our teams collaborate globally to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions that keep fleets flying safely and efficiently.

This role is based in Evendale, Ohio, supporting Support Equipment Product Support within our services and product support organization. The team provides engineering and project management support for support equipment and capital assets across multiple engine product lines, including F110, F118, F101, J85, TF34, and common Edison Works product lines. We partner closely with cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, quality, and program management to deliver on customer commitments, drive continuous improvement, and ensure support equipment readiness for our global military and commercial customers.

The Project Manager, Support Equipment Product Support is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of service and support equipment projects to fulfill customer requirements while meeting financial and commercial objectives. In this role, you will: Lead support equipment product support and CIP (Continuous Improvement Program) activities, providing both project management and engineering oversight. Manage scope, schedule, cost, and quality for assigned projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and alignment with business targets. Provide technical leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams, leveraging your engineering background and analytical skills. Operate with some autonomy within established policies and standards, using sound judgment to adapt procedures as needed to achieve acceptable results in terms of quality, volume, and timeliness. This is an on-site position in Evendale, OH.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college OR a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in services project management, engineering, or related job family functions
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an engineering capacity (e.g., design, analysis, product support, or related technical discipline)
• Must have the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information (see Closing section)

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of Support Equipment, Test Cell, or Capital Equipment experience
• Experience in process engineering or continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong technical aptitude, including proficiency with applicable engineering tools and systems
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to influence others and lead small teams or workstreams
• Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
• Effective problem identification and resolution skills
• Proven ability to leverage analytical thinking and technical experience to develop solutions and drive execution
• Experience with lean/continuous improvement practices; Flight Deck experience and a desire to coach and mentor others is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead service and support equipment projects from planning through execution, including scope, timing, cost, and quality management, to fulfill customer orders and needs.
• Own and manage CIP-related projects for support equipment, ensuring robust execution and alignment with business priorities.
• Apply project management methodologies and standards for scheduling, tracking, and controlling project performance against cost, schedule, and quality targets.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of technical data and project deliverables in accordance with engineering and program policies and procedures.
• Provide technical leadership to personnel and cross-functional teams supporting assigned support equipment and product lines (F110/F118/F101/J85/TF34 and related Edison Works products).
• Execute or oversee design, analysis, and evaluation of assigned engineering projects using sound engineering principles.
• Utilize in-depth technical knowledge and analytical thinking to troubleshoot issues, evaluate options, and recommend solutions across a range of support equipment and capital assets.
• Provide direct people leadership for assigned team members, including staffing input, coaching, and performance development as applicable.
• Act as a resource and mentor to colleagues with less experience; lead small projects or workstreams with low to moderate risk and resource requirements.
• Facilitate collaboration across functions (engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, program management) to resolve issues and drive project success.
• Clearly communicate status, risks, and significant developments to stakeholders, helping drive alignment and consensus on key decisions.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost for support equipment and related services.
• Use sound judgment to propose solutions outside of set parameters when addressing more complex technical or operational challenges, particularly where there is interdependence across production or service cycles.
• Stay aware of industry best practices, competitive landscape, and differentiating factors, and incorporate these insights into project and support strategies.
• Participate in and sometimes lead organizational initiatives, technical reviews, and program reviews, contributing to broader business objectives.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level