Unison, a GE Aerospace company, is the leading provider of differentiated engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions in the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments. Serving both original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket customers, Unison designs, manufactures and supplies
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NPI Launch Manager
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Unison, a GE Aerospace company, is the leading provider of differentiated engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions in the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments. Serving both original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket customers, Unison designs, manufactures and supplies the most advanced components and systems in the world.The New Product Introduction (NPI) Launch Manager is a key contributor to the Unison’s success during NPI projects. It is a cross-functional role that works with the Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Sourcing and Quality groups to ensure progression of projects, manufacturing reviews and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL).The NPI Launch Manager shall be capable of supporting projects across multiple Unison manufacturing plants, with an initial focus on projects at the Norwich, NY, plant.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Plan and Track NPI Manufacturing Development across multiple product lines and manufacturing sites.
  • Establish Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) milestones and track completion for key projects.
  • Own tollgate checklists for both the Supply Chain and Manufacturing Engineering functions. Gather feedback from key stakeholders for tollgates as needed.
  • Represent the Supply Chain and Manufacturing Engineering organizations at tollgate and PCB Reviews as required for NPI/NTI programs.
  • Schedule Producibility and (internal) Production Readiness Reviews (aka “Manufacturing Reviews”)
  • Coordinate the closure of manufacturing review action items with Consulting Engineers, action owners and program manager.
  • Determine if new processes are needed for a product and communicate needs to the business throughout NPI projects.
  • Identify Plant and Equipment (P&E) investment needs for projects
  • Present consolidated summaries of project risks and plans to the Unison business at tollgates, starting at the proposal stage and continuing throughout the NPI project.

Additional responsibilities shared with other functions:

  • High-level tracking of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) by NPI project
  • Coordination and tracking of APQP/PPAP deliverables.
  • Recurring Cost analysis and cost reduction pipeline management
  • Supporting the overall Make vs. Buy Strategy – Work with Sourcing to assess technical manufacturing risks for key processes or suppliers.
  • Mentor Manufacturing Engineers in preparation for manufacturing reviews.
  • Post-tollgate 8 (Production transition phase): Transition from primary to shared focal for Supply Chain and Manufacturing Engineering (shared with Operations / Plant leadership).
  • Coordinate labor estimates for product with plant ME team and Engineering Estimators
  • Review capacity and resource needs with plant teams

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 9 years of experience in Manufacturing and/or Engineering).
  • Minimum of 5 years of Manufacturing and/or Engineering experience

Desired Characteristics

  • Previous Unison Electrical manufacturing or EPM experience
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify (manufacturing) production readiness risks.
  • Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
  • Established project management skills.
  • MRL and TRL level and process awareness

The base pay range for this position is $111,700 - $170,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on January 9, 2026.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time -off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or prog rams (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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 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: Yes

Company Details
GE Aerospace
18000 Phantom W
Victorville, California 92394 USA
www.geaerospace.com/
1306 Open Jobs Available
GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet and turboprop engines, components and integrated systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft. At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies.
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Job Info
Location
Norwich, New York, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
GE Aerospace
18000 Phantom W
Victorville, California 92394 USA
www.geaerospace.com/
1306 Open Jobs Available
GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet and turboprop engines, components and integrated systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft. At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies.

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