Enabling Functions FLIGHT DECK Lean Leader
$167k - $222kGE Aerospace
Job Description Summary
The Enabling Functions FLIGHT DECK Leader will be responsible for transforming results through the application of FLIGHT DECK, GE Aerospace's lean operating model. FLIGHT DECK, our lean operating model, consists of behaviors and fundamentals incorporating results management and lean principles to create a culture that is focused on creating value for our customers through respect for people. FLIGHT DECK is how we fulfill our mission to invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely.
In this role, you will report to the Enabling Functions FLIGHT DECK Leader, serve as a coach, facilitator, and advocate to the Sales & Business Development and the Contracts and Government Properties organizations to drive the understanding and adoption of FLIGHT DECK.
This position will require up to 50% Travel.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities:
Partner with Sales & Business Development and the Contracts and Government Properties leaders to prioritize and solve problems based on voice of the customer and voice of the process
Implement and coach the Daily Management process including daily management meetings, Genba walks, and Kata coaching cycles
Be a champion of kaizen and facilitate kaizen events to drive improvements
Coach and develop team members at all levels of the organization to help them build lean skills and become lean practitioners
Coach, mentor and develop organizational competencies to drive effective KPI's, action plans, and problem solving to drive sustainable results.
Delivering step-change performance improvement through the execution of Hoshin Kanri improvement priorities and action planning.
Working with colleagues to quickly deploy new, best-practice capabilities and processes.
Embrace Lean, digital tools, and rigorous prioritization to drive continuous improvement and increase employee and customer satisfaction
Support the function to accelerate problem solving application
Share best practices across different segments GE Aerospace Defense and Systems
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
At least 5 years' experience applying Lean in a global, matrix organization.
Must be willing and able to travel up to 50%.
Desired Characteristics:
10+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality improvement, and 5+ years of experience in lean or operations leadership Lean methodology and Six Sigma tools
Experience achieving 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
Lean practitioner, capable of facilitating Value Stream & Kaizen events and coaching core tools such as Daily Management, structured Problem Solving, and Standard Work
Continuous improvement experience in both transactional and supply chain operations environments
Experience delivering Hoshin Kanri (HK) breakthrough objectives.
Experience with Change Management and how to drive adoption and develop maturity
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, collaborator.
Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.
The base pay range for this position is $167,000.00 - $222,000.00. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on September 14th, 2026.
GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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. ?
GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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.
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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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
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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