Senior Engineering Project Manager – Network Switch Product

GE Aerospace

. Lead the Integrated Project Team for the Network Switch Product .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $173,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in technical project leadership and systems engineering, particularly in avionics product development, with a strong focus on Earned Value Management and risk management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage customer relationships, and drive process improvements in safety-critical environments.

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Technical Project LeadershipEarned Value Management (EVM)Avionics Design ExperienceProject Management Certification (PMP)DO-178C Development Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Systems EngineeringRisk ManagementCost TrackingSchedule ManagementRequirements DefinitionEmbedded SoftwareQualification TestingData Communication TechnologiesProject EstimationLean Principles

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationAnalytical AbilityOrganizational AbilityMentoringProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

FLIGHT DECKVisual ManagementStandard Project Management ToolsWork Breakdown StructurePerformance Metrics

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Certification (PMP)FAA/EASA Certification

Industry Keywords

Safety-Critical Product DevelopmentDO-254DO-160ARP4754ADAL A EnvironmentsU.S. CitizenshipExport-Controlled Information

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Integrated Project Team for the Network Switch Product
Develop products meeting customer requirements for quality, cost, and schedule while maintaining alignment with the product line roadmap and multi-platform reuse strategy
Establish the integrated master schedule, work breakdown structure, risk and opportunity register, cost tracking, and performance metrics
Implement and lead FLIGHT DECK Daily Management, Visual Management, and Problem Solving routines
Manage scope, schedule, cost, and risk using Earned Value Management and data-driven tracking
Serve as technical and financial leader across customer, program management, systems, software, hardware/FPGA, test, safety, certification, and applications engineering teams
Partner with Product Line Leader, Systems Leads, and Technical Manager to manage KPIs and control execution
Track product line versus customer-specific scope and charging, ensuring work is planned, funded, and reported separately
Communicate program status, garner support, escalate concerns, and resolve issues with internal and external stakeholders
Provide status updates and performance metrics to program, business, and technical leadership and customers
Support proposal development and bid estimates using work breakdown structure methodologies
Build scope-of-work specifications for suppliers and subcontractors where appropriate
Lead customer meetings and prepare materials for design reviews, technical information reviews, and certification milestones
Coordinate with other organization EPMs to implement process improvements
Mentor team members to build core team strength and efficiency

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 10 years of experience in technical project leadership, systems engineering, or avionics design
Demonstrated experience managing schedule, cost, and risk for hardware and/or software product development programs
U.S. citizenship status required
Ability to support up to 15% travel
Previous Engineering Project Manager experience on avionics or other safety-critical product development programs
Working knowledge of DO-178C, DO-254, DO-160, and ARP4754A development and certification processes, ideally in DAL A environments
Familiarity with avionics data communication technologies such as ARINC 664 (AFDX)
Proficiency in Earned Value Management (EVM) and standard project management tools
Experience applying lean principles such as FLIGHT DECK or Kaizen to drive improvement through Daily Management, Problem Solving, and Standard Work
Knowledge of requirements definition, allocation, validation, verification, and integration; embedded software; electronic systems; qualification testing; FAA/EASA certification; and system safety
Experience starting up new programs or product lines and establishing program management infrastructure
Project estimation and bidding experience
Ability to lead effectively in a highly technical, matrixed environment
Effective oral and written communication skills with customers and senior stakeholders
Strong quality mindset with proven analytical and organizational ability
Project management certification (PMP or equivalent)
Ability to meet U.S. Person requirements for access to U.S. export-controlled information
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary/commission based on the plan
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off for vacation or illness
Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
Professional development opportunities
Challenging careers and competitive compensation