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Aircraft Operations Expert / Engineer - GME - Shanghai

Employer
GE Aviation
Location
Grand Rapids, United Kingdom, United States
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
22 Jan 2019

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Clearance Level
SC, None / Undisclosed
Sector
Aerospace
Job Type
Permanent
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Grand Rapids, Cheltenham, Michigan, United Kingdom, United States

Business:
    GE Aviation
Function:
    Engineering/Technology
Role Summary/Purpose:
    The Aircraft Operations Expert / Engineer will be the solutions architect, developing integrated systems that are differentiated from current generation products, that delivers significant operational value to our customers. Reporting to the Engineering Systems Leader, you will be responsible for driving technical solutions that meet project cost & schedule objectives. You will spearhead new business initiatives related to Systems scope & lead capability building initiatives within Engineering
Essential Responsibilities:
    This is a GME assignment to be based in Shanghai, China Additionally, as the Aircraft Operations Expert / Engineer, Key responsibilities will include:
  • Serve as architect for avionics systems integrated solutions
  • Interface with customers, partners and suppliers for co-develop solutions that meet customer needs and internal business objectives
  • Demonstrate deep knowledge of technical and business aspects of aircraft flight and ground operations
  • Demonstrate problem solving ability through deep industry experience
  • Utilize ability to develop priorities and execute plans for self and others
  • Demonstrate a clear understanding of purpose, role, and interdependence of functions
  • Provide leadership and technical direction for a multidiscipline engineering team across multiple projects
  • Ensure delivery of best-in-class technical solutions, on-time and within budget across multiple projects
  • Responsible for technical oversite of 3rd party product development
  • Participate or provides input to the Joint Change Control Board
  • Champion efficiency improvement initiatives and develop best in-class processes
  • Utilize strong oral and written communication skills
  • Utilize strong interpersonal skills
  • Effectively communicate with internal and external customers
  • Develop and deliver executive level presentation internal and external to the organization.
  • Demonstrate business acumen and partner with Product & Program managers to develop company strategies
  • Lead technical contribution to new business initiatives
  • Develop overall technical capability of the Engineering teams
  • Please Note: Work Location listed is Grand Rapids, MI. However, this position may also be eligible at our Cheltenham, UK location. This will be for a GME assignment to be based in Shanghai, China
Qualifications/Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited university or college, or equivalent knowledge and experience
  • Proven experience in aviation with strong understanding of aircraft flight and ground operations
  • Proven experience in the Avionics Systems or related area ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT(S):
  • Depending on Work Location: Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
  • Please Note: Work Location listed is Grand Rapids, MI. However, this position may also be eligible at our Cheltenham, UK location. This will be for a GME assignment to be based in Shanghai, China
  • Ability and Willingness to relocate to Shanghai for a minimum of two yearsAdditional Eligibility Requirements: Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the UK Border Agency websitehttp://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/workingBaseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of nationalsecurity. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearancehttps://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/61212/hmgpersonnel
    - security-controls.pdf
Desired Characteristics:
  • Licensed pilot
  • Airline operations or MRO experience
  • Ability to improve processes and get buy-in as a change agent
  • Technical and / or project leadership experience in an Aerospace product development (or equivalent) position GE is one of the largest employers in the U.S., with its global headquarters based in Fairfield, CT and 134,000 U.S. employees as of the end of 20
    12. Our facilities range from Thomas Edison's original factory in Schenectady, New York, where over a thousand employees work today to build the latest generation of steam turbines and generators, to a GE Aviation plant in Durham, North Carolina, where hundreds of employees will make fuel-efficient, advanced technology jet engines. These locations exemplify an industrial renaissance that is happening in the U.S., driven by advanced manufacturing techniques, ground-up innovation, supporting thousands of new jobs, and making products for export. Want to be part of the renaissance? Join us today.To stay connected with exciting news and the latest job opportunities from GE businesses, follow us on Twitter!
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