Aero Alliance Repair Development Leader

Job Description Summary

The Aero Alliance Repair Development Leader will lead all aspects of new repair development, working closely with GE Aviation & Channel engineering teams as well as other suppliers to identify, build the business case for and execute new Repair development to drive product cost out, improved turnaround time and other key outcomes for the Aero Alliance and its customers.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Lead team to drive Repair Development Strategy for Aero Alliance (50/50 joint venture between GE Vernova & Baker Hughes)
• Own & Drive Repair Multi-Generational Product Plan (MGPP) and New Product Introduction (NPI) for the evolution of the JV repair network, setting the strategy for Level 4 and Level 5 capacity and capabilities.
• Create a Repair Gameboard working closely across the Aero Alliance stakeholders to ensure effective development, productivity impact, commercial execution and fulfillment
• Manage the wing to wing process of introducing new processes to external suppliers, driving partnership between Engineering and Operations to execute repairs (Qualifications, development)
• Support any insourcing activity for the JV
• Manage full business cases for repair developments, including Engineering, P&E and any other related capital or operational expense investment
• Drive visibility for total Repair Entitlement by Platform (LM2500, LM6000, LMS100 & LM9000) working closely with Platform Leaders
• Represent Aero Alliance in Repair Control Board-related operating rhythms with GE Aviation & ensure team preparedness for successful business cases and execution strategy
• Work closely with Operations team to expand shop capabilities (influx, new products)
• Own and drive implementation of new repair capacity.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience
• Significant experience in Product Management, Engineering or other relevant technical functions
• Demonstrable competence in Aeroderivative repair strategy
• Significant direct technical Experience working with Turbo Machinery Industrial Gas Turbines, or Aviation engines
• Proven experience in working with direct reports
• Direct Experience working in a Shop Environment supporting Operations
• Proficient technical writer

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or related field
• 10 Year Minimum Experience working with Turbo Machinery, Aviation or similar Engine, Module, and Component preferred
• 7 Years Minimum Direct Technical Experience working with Turbo Machinery Industrial Gas Turbines, or Aviation engines
• 5 Years Minimum with direct reports
• Direct Experience working in a Shop Environment supporting Operations
• Proficient technical writer

• Proven track record of delivering results in a dynamic business environment
• Experience that demonstrates deep technical knowledge and understanding of Aeroderivatives is an advantage
• Self-directed with demonstrated leadership and problem solving skills
• Displays good interpersonal skills, and able to communicate well with internal and external customers
• Demonstrated ability to meet goals and objectives
• Develops a strong team and breeds positive moral
• Understands business objectives and drives specific tasks required to meet the objectives
• Understands products, capabilities and limitations in sufficient detail to be able to develop offerings that meet customer needs
• Communicates the business vision effectively in an open and consistent manner
• Encourages input from all members of the team
• Anticipates customer needs and ensures that they are met
• Measures processes and performance through the customer's eyes
• Communicates messages clearly and concisely