Senior Director, A.I, Data Operations

GE Aerospace

. Own the agenda and lead executive operating rhythms, including CDAIO Direct, extended staff, Daily Stand-up, MOR, WOR, and Quarterly All-Hands calls .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in strategy and operations management, with a strong focus on AI governance, budget management, and stakeholder alignment. Proven ability to lead executive rhythms and communicate effectively at all levels within a complex organizational structure.

Highest-signal resume keywords

AI GovernanceBudget ManagementStakeholder ManagementStrategy DevelopmentProgram Management

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Digital Technology Enterprise Business OperationsFinancial ForecastingPortfolio ManagementRequisition/Procurement ProcessesAI/ML Program Governance

Soft Skills

Exceptional Written CommunicationExceptional Verbal CommunicationInfluencing Without Authority

Tools & Technologies

Flight Deck PrinciplesAI Control Tower

Industry Keywords

AerospaceManufacturingRegulated EnvironmentComplex Industrial Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SaltStack

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the agenda and lead executive operating rhythms, including CDAIO Direct, extended staff, Daily Stand-up, MOR, WOR, and Quarterly All-Hands calls
Define CDAIO organization success metrics and implement tracking aligned to Flight Deck Principles
Connect strategy and operations by assessing stakeholder alignment and recommending priority adjustments
Maintain stakeholder Voice of Customer rhythm and serve as the AI Communications interface
Own scenario planning twice per year, including follow-ups and signpost creation
Lead the Quarterly AI Strategy Rhythm and Report-Outs, defining rhythms, drafting signposts, and assigning owners
Lead AI Strategy Report-Outs and team rhythms/weekly updates
Coordinate strategy artifacts such as memos and slide decks and ensure alignment before SALT report-outs
Own governance, prioritization, and scaling processes for AI solution implementation across GE Aerospace
Own the AI Control Tower product roadmap, feature prioritization, and alignment with platform leads and strategic goals
Lead the weekly operating rhythm with Control Tower and AI Health Check program managers
Set priorities and troubleshoot roadblocks
Own budget prioritization and forecasting across the CDAIO organization
Align monthly spending with forecasts, including accruals and project follow-up
Own talent operations, including statements of work, requisitions in SSS, approvals, and renewals
Maintain regular rhythms with sourcing and finance
Own the hiring plan and hold leadership accountable for business cases and hiring deadlines tied to delivery milestones and stakeholder expectations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with minimum of 10 years of professional experience OR associate degree with minimum of 13 years of professional experience OR high school diploma with minimum of 15 years of professional experience
Minimum 7 years of professional experience in Digital Technology Enterprise Business Operations
5+ years of experience in strategy, operations, program management, or chief-of-staff capacities, ideally supporting a senior executive or leadership team
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. required
Employment visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future
Ability to prove U.S. Person status for access to U.S. export-controlled information: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, or granted asylee/refugee status
Working knowledge of AI/data governance, portfolio management, or technology strategy in a large, matrixed organization
Experience with budget management, requisition/procurement processes, and financial forecasting
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level materials preparation
Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to influence without direct authority
Prior experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or another regulated/complex industrial environment
Familiarity with Flight Deck Principles or comparable operating models
Experience supporting AI/ML program governance or an AI Center of Excellence

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development
Competitive compensation
Great work environment
Challenging careers
Equal opportunity employment
Relocation assistance not provided