Job Description SummaryExecute the AvioAero ATO operations and lead the section’s growth in Lean. You will have the opportunity to shape the sections operation and make a tremendous impact with Lean.
Background: in the AvioAero ATO organization we mature the next generation of technologies and propulsion systems which will enable the future of flights. Our scope ranges from Preliminary Design of future product to Advanced Systems ownership of large demos from their conceptual design to experimental testing. Our teams working on Aerodynamic, Combustions, Thermal and Dynamics sciences provide support across Aviation programs. The Lean and Operations Leader will partner with technical and organization leaders to drive operational execution in coordination with the EU funding programs and lead our section on its Lean journey.Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
Work across AvioAero ATO organization to identify opportunities for Lean work and increase use of Lean throughout the organization, including:
Own and maintain the organization’s budget and operating plans, including program funding, CFD, and bullet train expenses.
Supports prioritization of engineering work scope to meet product line priority and budget.
Implementation of standard work, KPIs, Weekly Operative Rhythm and Monthly Operative Rhythm.
Guide team to use lean tools and methodologies (e.g., PSRs, value stream mapping, and other tools) to drive organization efficiency.
Facilitate updates to the organization’s Strategic Workforce Plan.
Partner with the organizations staff members to drive accountability for completing program deliverables on-time and on-budget.
Partner with staff to define and execute actions that resonate with employees and improve workplace culture
Qualifications/Requirements
Master’s degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering or technical discipline
Proven experience in an Engineering or technical discipline
Previous experience with Lean and associated tools
Strong project management / organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Fluency in Italian and English
Work Visa, according to local regulation, is required
Desired Characteristics
Strongly exhibits GE leadership behaviors of transparency, humility, and focus
Ability to work independently and efficiently
Understand key cross-functional concepts that impact the organization; is aware of business priorities and organizational dynamics
Deliver tasks on-time with alignment to architectural goals. Can identify and raise issues, risks and benefits
Participate in change initiatives by implementing new directions and providing appropriate information and feedback
Change oriented –actively generates process improvements; champions and drives change initiatives; confronts obstacles
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!
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Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
