GCAP ENGINE – Airfoils Industrial Leader

Job Description SummaryAt Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace company, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world‑leading provider specializing in the design, production, and maintenance of components and propulsion systems for both civil and military aviation. Respect for people is core to our culture and part of our commitment to FLIGHT DECK, GE Aerospace’s proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry‑leading talent and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of Avio Aero, their work isn't just a job, it's their passion and purpose. We were meant to fly.The GCAP Engine Delivery & Assembly Processes Industrial Leader will join the GCAP Industrial Management team that coordinates the industrial activities of the new strategic military program, for which the Industrial Management team is the Supply Chain primary interface. You will provide technical and management leadership during the Program launch and the execution of the development phases. In this role you will define development plans for critical Program enablers throughout the Supply Chain, coordinating all the Product Centers and the involved functions within Supply Chain (Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Sourcing, Facilities…) and other relevant functions, and being the Supply Chain primary interface reporting to the GCAP Supply Chain Leader. You will also be responsible for readiness of the delivery management process towards the assembly line of the Product. The goals of this role will mainly consist in matching the program milestones in terms of readiness and execution, evaluating and managing related risks, supporting cost control. In this role you will be based in the Brindisi site and coordinate with the GCAP Engine Industrial Leader. Travelling to other Avio Aero sites, to suppliers and abroad is expected to cover specific program needs. Working in a classified environment is expected to cover specific program rules.Essential ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the industrialization and readiness of the Airfoils Sub‑module within LPT moduleResponsible for the readiness and the execution within the Supply Chain of the National Technology Maturation Plans (NTPs) of the Airfoil products and the integration with the Demonstrating vehicles and Engine program plansResponsible for the Delivery Management of his/her area of competenceCreate and execute integrated plans according to the Program Target and the Program Integrated Master Schedule and the National Technology Maturation PlansSupport in technical leadership to the cross‑functional teams during the execution of the maturation planProactively identify, detect, prevent and manage risks that may have impacts on technical success, timing of execution and compliance of the programResponsible for Program Control Board preparation for area of competenceResponsible for reporting‑out to Leadership teamSupport Program Management Team on Program MOR preparationMonitor the program progress (reporting relevant KPIs) at the operating rhythm (WOR, MOR)Qualifications/RequirementsMaster’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace EngineeringTechnical competence on products and processes, obtained in Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Production Engineering previous experiencePrevious experience in New Product Introduction development projects/programsItalian and fluent English language, oral and writtenWork Visa, according to local regulation, is requiredDesired CharacteristicsExperience in Aviation BusinessTechnical knowledge of Aeronautical Engine and related manufacturing processesStrong oral and written communication skillsAbility to manage complex multi‑year technical programs in a matrix resource environmentPrevious experience leading multi‑discipline engineering/technical teamsStrong influencing skills in a global environmentAbility to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlinesStrong process discipline with sound analytic and statistical skillsKnow‑how in APQP/AS13100 and LEAN principles and methodsChange oriented – actively generates process improvements, champions and drives change initiatives, confronts difficult circumstances in creative ways, balances multiple and competing priorities and executes accordinglyWhat We OfferSmart working and work life‑balance: Avio Aero, when possible, promotes smart work in hybrid mode, 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 RewardsPerformance related bonuses and local bonus schemeFlexible benefits platformLife and injury insurancePrivate medical coverEmployee assistant programEmployee special awards (service and recognition)Local special agreements and discountsEnglish and languages training for you and one member of your familyTechnical, Leadership and development trainingsInclusion & DiversityAvio 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 @AvioAeroAdditional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: NoSeniority level: Mid‑Senior levelEmployment type: Full‑timeJob function: Management and ManufacturingIndustries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing#J-18808-Ljbffr