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Job Description

Working at our Clearwater location

Clearwater is a provider of engineering, circuit card assembly, OEM Avionics, and MRO services to commercial and military customers. Products and technologies here are diverse and highly sophisticated. Your work will contribute to systems that manage the performance of Boeing 737 and 787 aircraft as well as F-18s, F-35s, Harriers, and Apaches. Not only will you work in a facility that has been awarded OSHAS’s highest safety rating, but you’ll be part of a diverse team of employees working together to impact the future of flight for generations.

Role Overview

The Senior Manufacturing Staff Manager will lead and optimize manufacturing processes. The role will own and influence budgets, operating plans, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence. The role has the potential to make a significant impact on a small business unit or functional family.

Roles and Responsibilities

+ Lead and manage a team of 10 – 20 professionals. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability. Attract, retain, and develop talent while fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

+ Define, develop, oversee, and continuously improve production processes, including tooling and equipment, to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety.

+ Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives to optimize processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency.

+ Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance operational performance.

+ Validate design specifications and ensure seamless shop floor application of new products, tools, and equipment.

+ Influence policy to ensure on time delivery while aligning with broader organizational goals.

+ Interpret internal and external business challenges, recommend best practices, and lead creative solutions for complex manufacturing processes involving technical variety and interdependent production cycles.

+ Work closely with adjacent functions to address issues, evaluate data quality, and make informed decisions using multiple internal and external resources.

+ Present technical and business solutions to leadership, communicate complex messages effectively, and negotiate internally and externally to drive alignment and action.

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 9 years of experience within an electronics manufacturing environment)

+ Minimum of 5 years of experience directly leading people within a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

+ 10+ years of experience directly leading people within an electronics manufacturing environment.

+ Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.

+ Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.

+ Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and deliver results within tight deadlines.

+ Proficiency in data analysis and manufacturing software tools.

+ Passion for innovation and a commitment to driving positive change.

_This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government._

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . 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

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.