Value Engineering Manager

Role Overview

• Lead and/or coach high-energy VE events from end to end: facilitate the full 8-phase VE methodology including the job plan
• function analysis and FAST diagrams through to detailed Value Improvement Proposals (VIPs) and implementation.
• Build and scale the VE system: create, standardize, and deploy tools, methods, and playbooks in partnership with Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Sourcing, and Product Operations.
• Tie VE directly to launch success: connect high-value concepts to APQP execution.
• Develop trusted relationships with Product Engineering, Product Leadership, Sales, and Supply Chain.
• Mentor teams in functional thinking, VE methods, and lean fundamentals.
• Drive projects leveraging FLIGHT DECK (lean) fundamentals, streamlining flow and eliminating waste to accelerate value realization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 5 years of design engineering, product planning, or manufacturing experience.
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 25%.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• 10+ years in design engineering, product planning, or manufacturing (preferred).
• Certified Value Specialist (CVS) => highly desired.
• Aerospace experience.
• Familiarity with lean operating systems and experience driving results across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
• Experience in engineering-driven, long-cycle development and manufacturing environments.
• Proven influencer and team player with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving in fast-paced settings.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage;
• access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace;
• Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan,
• a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions,
• access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• tuition assistance;
• adoption assistance;
• paid parental leave;
• disability insurance;
• life insurance;
• paid time-off for vacation or illness.