Job Description Summary
As the AI Catalyst Leader for Unison (GE Aerospace), you will bridge the gap between cutting-edge data science and world-class aerospace product and service delivery. Reporting to the CDIO of GE Aerospace and the GM of the Unison, you won’t just build models—you’ll be a leader in a high-performing team to embed AI directly into our shop floors and customer offerings. This is a high-impact, gemba-focused role designed to revolutionize aerospace productivity through Lean principles and intelligent automation.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Execution: Lead the AI/ML product strategy across Unison, turning complex business needs into data-driven solutions that optimize SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost) that align with both business need and enterprise framework.
- Team Leadership: Build and mentor a premier data and AI applications team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Operational Integration: Partner with shop operations to deploy AI tools that reduce downtime, improve engine service outcomes, and enhance profitability.
- Lean Transformation: Act as a Lean practitioner, applying "Flight Deck" behaviors to standardize technology delivery and drive business transformation.
- Genba Presence: Spend ~40% of your time on-site at Unison facilities to understand the user experience firsthand and ensure technology solves real-world shop problems.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of professional experience (or equivalent years of experience/Military service).
- 7+ years of dedicated experience in Data Analytics/Engineering leadership.
- Note: Military experience is equivalent to professional experience
Eligibility Requirement:
- 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.
The Ideal Candidate
- Tech-Savy Strategist: Deep knowledge of DT operations and the ability to translate "shop talk" into analytical problem statements.
- Lean Champion: Experience coaching others in Lean behaviors and applying them to digital workflows.
- Influential Communicator: Confident interfacing with senior leadership and global teams to drive organizational change.
- Customer-First Mindset: A track record of evaluating decisions through the eyes of the customer to ensure high-impact results.
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No