Senior Engineering Project Manager - Advanced Projects

Company : GE Aerospace

Location : Grand Rapids, MI, 49528

Posted Date : 11 October 2025

Job Type : Other

Category : Project Management

Occupation : Project Manager

Job Details

Job Description Summary

Are you a project manager who loves working on innovative technologies? If so, GE Aerospace Defense and Systems wants you to join their Advanced programs execution team in Grand Rapids, MI. You will be part of a cross-functional team that develops innovative solutions for capabilities on custom hardware. You will work on projects developing cutting edge technologies in the domains of cybersecurity, edge computing, sensing and signal processing and .

To apply for this position, you need to be a U.S. citizen and have or be able to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance. You also need to move to Grand Rapids, MI, but don’t worry, GE will provide comprehensive corporate relocation assistance.

GE Aerospace is a leader in inventing the future of flight. One example is the U.S. Army’s Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program. GE offers competitive salaries and a full range of benefits, including 401K contributions and matching, flexible work arrangements, generous time off, tuition reimbursement, and various health insurance options.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply today!

Job Description

As a Senior Engineer – Engineering Project Management you will play a vital role in leading a team of passionate and skilled engineers who share your vision of creating innovative solutions. You will be accountable for delivering the agreed project scope within the committed cost, schedule and quality as well as provide oversight and leadership to the engineering team to meet customer and business expectations. To succeed in this position, you will need a background in project management, a keen eye for detail, and desire to learn in a fast-paced environment. You will also need to demonstrate an ability to take full ownership of your role as a key partner driving for team success.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

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Lead planning and execution of multiple New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) projects delivering an aligned project delivery scope within the original schedule, budget to meet customer expectations and achieve tollgate milestones
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Organize, motivate, and guide cross functional Integrated Product Develop Teams (IPDT) toward completion of objectives within given constraints.
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Apply project management acumen to delineate scope, protecting company-developed intellectual property for competitive advantage.
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Define the engineering scope statement and work breakdown structure for the project in collaboration with the program manager (PM), technical leads and project stakeholders.
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Forecast resource requirements for project execution and delivery.
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Engage and build relationships with functional leaders to negotiate resource allocation meeting project needs.
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Routinely report to senior leadership on technical performance, project budget, schedule, scope, and risk.
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Manage and coordinate internal- or external- driven scope change requests.
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Support engineering response effort for customer and internal B&P requests.
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Provide support to the PM in all engineering aspects of external customer interaction, including change liability and cost negotiation, scope, and schedule negotiation.
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Drive pro-active and creative risk mitigation approaches to minimize technical debt and risk to delivery.
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Assure proper documentation of technical data is generated for the assigned projects and is consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
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Streamline engineering processes to cost effectively execute advanced product programs.
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Use judgment and propose solutions outside of set parameters to address complex manufacturing processes with technical variety and interdependent production cycles.
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Apply technical experience and analytical thinking, utilizing multiple internal and limited external sources to make decisions.
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Act as a resource for less experienced colleagues and may lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements.
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Drive weekly and monthly operating reviews using GE's FLIGHT DECK LEAN standards.
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Drive for adoption of FLIGHT DECK LEAN initiatives within the project
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Required Qualifications

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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related STEM field.
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10+ years of product development experience
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8+ years of technical project management experience
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Active or recently inactive US security clearance
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US Citizen: This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
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Desired Characteristics

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Demonstrated financial and operational expertise to navigate multiple projects funding the same product, including understanding different revenue stream types
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Strong oral and written communication skills.
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Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills enabling ability to influence others and create cohesive groups
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Ability to multi-task and prioritize work in a dynamic environment.
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Demonstrated project management skills and ability to manage and coordinate internal and external project resources.
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Demonstrated knowledge of schedule and resource planning techniques and project management tools.
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Strong decision-making skills in a leadership role.
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Strong understanding of estimation and budgeting process.
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Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems.
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Ability to influence others and create cohesive groups.
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Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
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Aerospace Industry Experience.
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Experience Developing Electrical Systems.
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Experience leading and coordinating with internal and external partners.
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Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
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Passionate about giving and receiving mentorship.
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Experience with high design assurance embedded systems preferably in defense, safety critical automotive, aerospace or healthcare.
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At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (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), employment 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.