Job Description SummaryThe job position refers to role of EU Program NTI (New Technology Initiatives) Lead Program Operation.The role objective will be to lead the Engineering Program Operation for Future of Flight programs, in the field of Sustainable Aviation Fuels and enhanced propulsion, in clos

EU Program – Lead Program Operation

GE Aerospace • 
Victorville, California, United States
Position Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Job Description SummaryThe job position refers to role of EU Program NTI (New Technology Initiatives) Lead Program Operation.

The role objective will be to lead the Engineering Program Operation for Future of Flight programs, in the field of Sustainable Aviation Fuels and enhanced propulsion, in close relationship with the reference System Leaders; in particular:
• demonstration plan monitoring (schedule & cost)
• budgeting process, forecast periodic update and monitoring of actuals
• Line of Balance processes implementation and execution for hardware supply
• implementation and optimization of processes and procedures
• support to the reference External Funding Manager in cost/documentation reporting

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

The EU Program –Lead Program Operation will be responsible for the:

  • support the System Leader in monitoring/update the demo plan and related actions

  • implementation of the demonstration plan (schedule & cost) in the internal planning system

  • implementation and execution of Line of Balance to control the hardware delivery (make and buy)

  • coordination of the purchase processes (SoW, request for quotation, RdA, VUL, SAL), ensuring compliance with Avio Aero and GE Aerospace processes while guaranteeing proper documentation storage to secure grants from External Funding initiatives

  • adoption of KPIs to monitor performance, identify recovery actions and set up a tracking rhythm

  • promotion of lean initiatives to improve tools and processes

  • interaction with the Engineering Operation sub-section

The role will be mainly focused on:

  • Sustainable Aviation Fuels demo (eg. Clean Aviation HYDEA project)

  • Enhanced Propulsion (eg. European Defence Fund NEUMANN project)

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace or Management preferred)

  • Experience in and engineering or program manager position

  • Significant experience in complex NPI or NTI programs

  • Ability to work successfully in team environment and to build relationship with customers

  • Familiarity with Lean tools

  • Fluency in English and Italian

  • Work VISA, according to local regulation, is required

Desired Characteristics

  • Solid organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

  • Ability to work independently and efficiently

  • Open-mindedly to new perspectives or ideas. Consider different or unusual solutions when appropriate

What we offer 

Smart working and work life-balance 

Avio Aero, when possible, promotes remote work and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees’ wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone’s psychological safety and daily needs.  

Total Rewards 

At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan:  

  • Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme 

  • Flexible benefits platform 

  • GE Aviation share plan  

  • Life and injury insurance 

  • Private medical cover 

  • Employee assistant program 

  • Employee special awards (service and recognition)     

  • Local special agreements and discounts 

  • English and languages training for you and one member of your family 

  • Technical, Leadership and development trainings 

Inclusion & Diversity 

Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc.  

We are not all the same. Just be Yourself AvioAero! 

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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