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Job Description Summary
Responsible for the program management of advanced technology programs funded by government entities, and other NTI initiatives. The External Program Manager role, a key part of the new System Technology and Adaptive Intelligence (STAI) team, includes reviewing government-funded solicitations, coordinating new proposals submissions, working with Legal on contract negotiations, interfacing with government entities, maintaining schedules and budgets, managing risks and resource constraints, and applying Lean concepts. The person will work collaboratively across Gas Power Engineering, Product Management, Finance, Global Supply Chain, Legal, and the Advanced Research Center.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the engineer responsible for technical execution (known as the "principal investigator" or "PI") for the technology program, and other functions, to achieve company objectives.
• Create and actively manage schedules for assigned programs to facilitate on-time execution of engineering deliverables.
• Generate and actively manage program budgets, government funding, and resource requirements while working with PI, Operations and Finance to resolve risks and opportunities through the year.
• Serve as the primary interface to the government entity providing the funding by proactively coordinating program reviews, responding to customer queries, and compiling reports, following all required government processes.
• Evaluate new external solicitations, support the preparation of new proposals, and ensure compliance with terms and conditions defined by the US government or other external entities.
• Perform regular business planning exercises including annual strategy sessions, monthly financial closing periods, and related operations following GE Vernova standard project management processes.
• Engage across organizations and functions to promote continuous improvement and simplification projects that improve quality and increase speed.
• Analyze data, identify patterns, and provide clarity to balance priorities and support decision making.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in a power generation related field.
• This role is restricted to U.S. citizens (by birth or naturalization) due to US Department of Energy restrictions. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
• Occasional travel is required.

Desired Characteristics

• 3 years or more project management or operations experience.
• Technical degree with mechanical design or manufacturing expertise.
• Familiarity with Gas Power project management and financial reporting applications and processes including monthly and annual planning cycles.
• Effective communicator with experience interacting with external customers and internal leadership across multiple functions.
• High energy, self-starter with demonstrated ability to manage multiple unrelated tasks simultaneously.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

The base pay range for this position is 98,400.00 - 164,000.00 USD Annual . 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 a 10% bonus.
This posting is expected to close on 8/13/2025
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (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. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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