At 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 isnt just a job, its their passion and purpose. We were meant to fly.As Advanced Program Manager you will be responsible for managing the Leap and CFM56 risk revenue-sharing programs.You will possess comprehensive knowledge of financial and business concepts, contract management, best practices, processes, and procedures.The role requires working collaboratively across company functions to meet and exceed customer expectations while driving business profitability through operational excellence, leveraging lean principles and effective risk management.Job DescriptionEssential Responsibilities
Execute Risk & Revenues Programs, ensuring milestones are met in terms of timing, financials, and quality, while adhering to project methodologies and standard work practices.
Achieve company financial and contractual targets within the allocated budget, including margin expansion initiatives.
Collaborate with FP&A, Material Planning, OTR, and GSC finance leaders to develop strategies for meeting inventory targets.
Communicate Marketing actuals versus forecasts to the FP&A Leader and CFO, supporting finance with bottom-up analysis.
Manage program KPIs, profitability metrics, invoicing processes, contract payment milestones, cash collection, warranty/penalties administration, and past-due accounts.
Lead cross-functional Program Teams (Engineering, Global Supply Chain, Quality, etc.) across multiple locations, including Rivalta, Pomigliano, Brindisi, and Bielsko-Biała.
Foster long-term customer relationships, improving satisfaction on current programs and identifying opportunities for new initiatives.
Perform regular risk assessments and execute mitigation activities to address key risks.
Drive program profitability initiatives, coordinating teams toward assigned targets and presenting progress to OTR & Finance Senior Leadership.
Implement phase & gate methodology for NPI, supervising cost-out initiatives.
Update, review, and maintain business plans; provide timely internal reporting in accordance with defined standards.
Promote the adoption of the FLIGHT DECK approach to maximize process quality and execution efficiency.
Serve as Change Manager to oversee the incorporation of new modifications, ensuring alignment with time, cost, and customer requirements.
Support PCB preparation at all company levels, including Senior Leadership.
Coordinate CFMI Operations Program Manager activities to monitor program performance and develop a risk-based approach to supply chain issues.
Lead long-term strategic improvement initiatives between Safran and Avio Aero, including technical delegation, production permit process improvement, and product/process enhancements.
Qualifications/Requirements
STEM Masters Degree from an accredited university;
Solid experience in management of complex projects in a structured company.
Excellent risks management and problem solving skills
Ability to lead across functional and customer / supplier teams, both on-site and remotely.
Ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external customer organizations, including top management.
Proven leadership skills and ability to effectively manage a matrix team / organization.
Consolidated experience in acting in programs team or equivalent coordination role.
Demonstrated financial acumen and risk management expertise.
Fluent written and spoken Italian and English.
Work Visa, in accordance with local regulation, is required.
Desired Characteristics
Previous experience managing large cross-functional programs (Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supplier) in the aerospace industry.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Customer-oriented mindset.
Proven ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Knowledge of contract law and export license processes.
What we offer
Smart working and work life-balance
Avio Aero, when possible, promotes remote work 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 Rewards
At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan:
Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme
Flexible benefits platform
GE Aerospace share plan
Life and injury insurance
Private medical cover
Employee assistant program
Employee special awards (service and recognition)
Local special agreements and discounts
English and languages training for you and one member of your family
Technical, Leadership and development trainings
Inclusion & Diversity
Avio 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 AvioAero!
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
