Project Manager, Support Equipment Product Support

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Job Description Summary

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.).

Job Description

Job Title

Project Manager, Support Equipment Product Support

Company Intro/About GE Aerospace

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.

Site, Business, OR Functional Area Overview

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.

Role Overview

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.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Service Execution

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.

Technical Leadership & Product Support

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.

People Leadership & Collaboration

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.

Continuous Improvement, Judgment & Governance

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.

Required Qualifications

· 
Education :

·  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
· 
Experience :

·  Minimum of  3 years of experience in an engineering capacity  (e.g., design, analysis, product support, or related technical discipline)
· 
Clearance / Export :

·  Must have the  ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
·  This role requires access to  U.S. export-controlled information  (see Closing section)

Desired / Preferred Qualifications

· 
Technical & Domain Experience :

·  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
· 
Leadership & Collaboration Skills :

·  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
· 
Problem Solving & Execution :

·  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

Additional Information

·  Background & Screening :
·  Employment is contingent upon successful  background  and  drug screening  in accordance with company policy.

Closing

At GE Aerospace, we are committed to fostering an  inclusive workplace  that values  diversity  and empowers employees to thrive.

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.

We encourage all qualified candidates who are passionate about  supporting critical aerospace systems and defining the future of flight  to apply.

·  Required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes