Job Description SummaryThe Staff Engineer – Should Cost Process/Analytics Leader demonstrates accountability for functional and business objectives addressing product cost and producibility opportunities in all phases of the product's life cycle. This position will define and lead activities across Engineering and Supply Chain organizations to identify, develop, and integrate should cost/cost estimation strategies, analytics, and process improvements to meet business productivity objectives.

Job Description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Responsible for leading activities with Supply Chain and Engineering to define and operationalize a process to utilize Should Costs/Cost Estimations for improved business productivity outcomes.Effectively communicate project status and needs with Business leaders to ensure completion. Utilizes in-depth technical knowledge and analytical thinking to deliver value. Ensure high levels of accountability and operational excellence within the team. Actively works across organizations to identify and collaborate on cost estimation standards, processes, and methodologies.Provides technical insight and guidance to Engineering, Supply Chain, and Product Line partners including supporting productivity pipeline generation strategy and execution. Contributes lessons learned to GE Aerospace standards and policies. Contributes to cost analysis tool/method capability development and standards.Conducts business level trades, influences design and Supply Chain decisions to optimize product cost within broader business constraints.Uses Lean problem solving as a primary tool to solve business problems. Lead/participate in Kaizens/AWOs in relevant subject matter areas.Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within a field.

Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering from an accredited university or collegeEstablished project management and/or team leadership experienceAt least 7 years of experience in a Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or Manufacturing Position

Desired Characteristics

Effective oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal and horizontal leadership skills in a matrixed organizationDemonstrated strategic thinking and dynamic planning to resolve open-ended problemsAbility to document, plan, market, and execute programsBias toward action and self-driven

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

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