Sub Section Manager-Systems Engineering

Sub Section Manager-Systems Engineering

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Aerospace, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science from an accredited university or college
• Minimum of 8-10 years of systems technical and project leadership experience in a highly technical engineering field, preferably avionics systems
• Demonstrated project management and/or system engineering experience leading large-scale projects or programs
• Proficient in identifying stakeholder needs and collaborating with teams to define solutions
• Ability to operate in an environment of uncertainty when working with the application of new technologies or processes
• Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage and inspire both one-on-one as well as in broad audiences
• Exceptional organization, written, and presentation skills
• Self-starter, persistent, thorough, objective, and accountable
• Effective at active listening, building trust, being inclusive, providing encouragement, inspiring teams, providing corrective feedback, and being open to new ideas and ways of achieving success
• Lean mindset-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement, visual management, and standard work
• Deep knowledge of Project Management and/or Program Management fundamentals
• Deep knowledge of Systems Engineering fundamentals and processes
• Experience with and knowledge of industry development and certification standards and processes
• Demonstrated experience in developing or leading effective teams

Responsibilities

• hold responsibility for delivering engineering excellence to effectively perform bids and proposals, manage projects, execute development and verification strategies, and conduct accurate engineering forecasts for PCS
• support and conduct strategic resource planning, then build an inclusive, highly technical, and high-performing team through recruitment and competency development, guide them through hard times, and celebrate their successes
• manage department sub-section to achieve functional, business, and broad company objectives including engineering planning and budgeting, competency development, culture development, and process and execution excellence
• create and execute structured development plans customized for individual team members, including holding the team accountable for supporting development of others within the organization
• set clear expectations for individual and team performance and manage/improve performance using controlled metrics and a continuous improvement mindset
• foster a culture of collaboration, clear communication, lean, and accountability through leading, motivating, and inspiring others
• develop engineering competency that delivers results compliant with engineering processes and customer contractual requirements
• allocate qualified engineering talent and manage outsource activities to satisfy project demands both for PCS projects as well as projects requiring the skillset
• support reporting and escalation rhythms with clear communication and firm understanding of status, active ownership and management to resolve issues, and a focus on continuous improvement
• provide technical expertise and leadership for the pursuit of new business, the execution of existing business (NPI and IR&D), and the continuous improvement of project management and systems engineering processes, tools, and talent
• drive effective startup of new projects, focusing on strategic planning, standardization, reporting/monitoring expectation setting, and One Team collaboration
• demonstrate superior technical expertise to translate highly technical engineering concepts into workable solutions, leveraging engineering and product reuse
• demonstrate strong project management expertise to establish project teams, conduct project planning, manage and monitor project execution, and perform active risk management
• hold project teams accountable to deliver quantifiable results against Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) expectations
• assist project and program leadership in the timely resolution of engineering design, validation, integration, verification, safety, certification, closure, and other issues
• develop influential relationships with assigned customers at all levels
• provide specific engineering strategies, credibility, plans and actions that differentiate us from our competitors and make GE a great place to work both now and in the future
• maintain high visibility as a key engineering leader in the Avionics business while being respected for maturity, professionalism, expertise, sound judgment, passion for excellence, long-term commitment, and uncompromising integrity

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Aviation, Aerospace, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science from an accredited university or college
• Knowledge and experience in developing and specifying complex avionics systems
• Prior experience as a people leader
• Persistent, thorough, and execution-focused
• Demonstrated success in engineering and business management
• Demonstrated professionalism in demeanor and presentation to include excellence in questioning, listening, and influencing
• Demonstrated capability to constructively partner and drive alignment across matrixed organizations
• Highly visible, hands-on approach while setting the example for high standards and accountability for the organization
• Experienced with Earned Value and Activity Based Management methods
• Financial knowledge
• Proven ability to define product solutions which meet customer needs and provide a strong user experience