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Product Leader

GE Aerospace

Product Leader

full-timePosted: Sep 1, 2026Vandalia

Job Description

Job Description SummaryThe Product Leader is responsible for lifecycle management of power generation products - defining product strategy, driving execution, and delivering business outcomes through a team of direct-report Program Managers. This role leads cross-functional planning and execution across product development, operations, commercial, contracts, engineering, and customer teams to ensure products are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned to customer and business needs.Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesDefine and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmapLead, coach, and develop a team of Program Managers responsible for execution across multiple product initiativesTranslate strategic priorities into executable programs, milestones, and measurable outcomesPartner with engineering, supply chain, operations, finance, and commercial teams to align product delivery with business objectivesDrive governance, operating cadence, and escalation management across the product portfolioMonitor program performance, risks, dependencies, and resource needs; intervene as needed to remove roadblocksEnsure prioritization of SQDC - includes customer requirements, quality standards, cost targets, and schedule commitments are metBuild & execute action plans to achieve assigned metrics to track product and program health, including delivery, customer impact, and financial performanceLead portfolio tradeoff decisions based on business value, technical feasibility, resource constraints, and riskFLIGHT DECK - Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focusPeople Leadership ResponsibilitiesDirectly manage and develop a team of Program ManagersSet priorities, clarify roles, and ensure strong execution disciplineProvide coaching, performance feedback, and career development supportBuild team capability in program execution, stakeholder management, risk management, and communicationPromote effective cross-functional influence and decision-makingRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, or related fieldAt least 5 years experience in product management, program management, or business leadershipPreferred QualificationsAdvanced degree (MBA or Master’s) preferredExperience in regulated, industrial, or highly technical environmentsFamiliarity with product lifecycle management and stage-gate or agile execution methodsStrong financial acumen and experience managing budgets, forecasts, and investment tradeoffsExample Success MeasuresOn-time delivery of product roadmap commitmentsAchievement of safety, quality, delivery and cost targetsProgram risk reduction and issue resolution effectivenessTeam engagement and developmentCustomer satisfaction and business growthAdditional InformationThis position requires U.S. citizenship status.Ability and willingness to sit on-site at the facility in Vandalia, OH.This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).Additional InformationGE 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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Locations

  • Vandalia

Skills Required

  • product managementintermediate
  • regulatedintermediate
  • product lifecycle managementintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, or related field (degree in engineering)
  • At least 5 years experience in product management, program management, or business leadership (experience, 5 years)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree (MBA or Master’s) preferred (degree in master)
  • Experience in regulated, industrial, or highly technical environments (experience)
  • Familiarity with product lifecycle management and stage-gate or agile execution methods (experience)
  • Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets, forecasts, and investment tradeoffs (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Define and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of Program Managers responsible for execution across multiple product initiatives
  • Translate strategic priorities into executable programs, milestones, and measurable outcomes
  • Partner with engineering, supply chain, operations, finance, and commercial teams to align product delivery with business objectives
  • Drive governance, operating cadence, and escalation management across the product portfolio
  • Monitor program performance, risks, dependencies, and resource needs; intervene as needed to remove roadblocks
  • Ensure prioritization of SQDC - includes customer requirements, quality standards, cost targets, and schedule commitments are met
  • Build & execute action plans to achieve assigned metrics to track product and program health, including delivery, customer impact, and financial performance
  • Lead portfolio tradeoff decisions based on business value, technical feasibility, resource constraints, and risk
  • FLIGHT DECK - Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focus
  • Directly manage and develop a team of Program Managers
  • Set priorities, clarify roles, and ensure strong execution discipline
  • Provide coaching, performance feedback, and career development support
  • Build team capability in program execution, stakeholder management, risk management, and communication
  • Promote effective cross-functional influence and decision-making

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