Job Description Summary

　　The flight test operations leader is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the Seattle flight test team supporting the Boeing flight test programs (LEAP and GE9X).The flight test operations leader will be responsible for ensuring that the flight test engines are meeting requirements and are ready for operation. This will include interface with the flight test mechanics and Field Service Engineers. Additionally, the operations leader will be responsible for leading process improvements and driving standard work between the programs.

　　Systems engineering is a cross-functional engineering discipline centered on an approach, mindset, and process. All activities that consider both the business and the technical needs of the customers with the goal of providing a quality product that meets the users needs. The discipline that executes a robust process of design, creation, and optimization of systems, consisting of identification and quantification of system requirements, creation of alternate system design concepts, performance of design trade studies, selection and implementation of the best designs and verification that the design is properly integrated and executed. Process that proceeds from concept to production to operation.

　　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

　　Roles and Responsibilities

　　Conducts component and product integration.All activities that span multiple components and products and are concerned with how to integrate for maximum performance and operability.Manages product and systems requirements, specifications and flow down.Drives validation and verification activities for the overall product/system, including system level testing.Responsible for defining product requirements for the module / component / subcontractors and partners teams.Manages interface between components and execution organizations.

　　Responsible for driving CTQ / Risk trades within the teams designing the components.Manages the overall product configuration and configuration control system.Includes direct people management responsibility including staffing and performance development.Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking and technical experience to execute policy/strategy.Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles.Uses technical experience and analytical thinking.Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements.Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field.Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.

　　Required Qualifications

　　Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Systems engineering / or Flight Test).Minimum of 3 years of experience in Systems Engineering.

　　Desired Characteristics

　　Strong oral and written communication skills.Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.Established project management skills.A&P license.Hands-on working experience with GE9X and LEAP-1B engines in a flight test environment.Experience working under Boeing flight test and production policies and procedures.Proficiency with Support Central, particularly site creation / modification / maintenance.Ability to support flexible test program requirements for work times and locations, including remote test support.

　　GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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