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**Job Description Summary** About GE Aerospace: Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You will be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you will share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world! Role Overview The FLIGHT DECK Lean Manager will lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives across TAVS and Additive businesses using the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model. This role is critical in ensuring the highest standards of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory and Productivity (SQDIP) are met. The practitioner will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement lean methodologies, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. **Job Description** **Key Responsibilities** + Lead the deployment and sustainment of the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model across various departments and teams. + Conduct value stream mapping, identify waste, and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. + Facilitate kaizen events, workshops, and training sessions to educate and engage employees in lean principles and practices. + Develop and implement standard work procedures to ensure consistency and quality in operations. + Utilize lean tools such as 5S, Kanban, and root cause analysis to drive problem-solving and process optimization. + Collaborate with leadership to align lean initiatives with business goals and objectives. + Mentor and coach team members to build lean capabilities and sustain a culture of continuous improvement. + Ensure all lean activities prioritize safety and comply with regulatory and company standards. + Individual contributor role, no direct reports. **Required Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree accredited college or university _and_ a minimum of 3 years of lean, engineering, or continuous improvement experience. + **OR** a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 7 years of experience in lean, engineering, or continuous improvement roles experience). **Preferred Qualifications** + 5+ years of experience in lean, engineering, or continuous improvement roles within the aerospace industry + Proven track record of leading successful lean initiatives and driving measurable improvements. + Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze complex processes. + Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels. + Certification in Lean or Six Sigma (e.g., Lean Six Sigma Black Belt) + Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities. + Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn​ + Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively​ + Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed ​ + Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative​ + Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker 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. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.​ _This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government._ **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 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.

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