Technology Manager Robotics & Autonomous Systems

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**Job Description Summary**
GE Aerospace Research is at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of flight and advancing technologies that lift people up and bring them home safely.

Guided by our unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and excellence, we lead the industry in developing cutting-edge solutions for the flying public, armed forces, and our communities.

Our purpose unites us, giving meaning to our work and driving us to invent the future of flight.
Job Description
The Robotics & Autonomous Systems Technology Manager will play a pivotal role in fostering innovation and advancing critical technologies in robotics and autonomous systems.

This leadership position offers the unique opportunity to drive organizational strategy, ensure operational excellence, and guide a multidisciplinary team of technologists while collaborating across a broad array of technology domains at the research center.

The Technology Manager will also engage with government customers, strategic partners, and GE Aerospace business units to deliver impactful solutions that shape the future of aerospace and defense.

**Job Description**

**Essential Responsibilities:**

+ Lead a multidisciplinary team of technologists developing robotic and autonomous systems for manufacturing, engine service, and new aerospace and defense applications.
+ Collaborate with experts across the research center and GE Aerospace businesses in diverse technology areas, including artificial intelligence/computer vision, high assurance systems, microsystems/sensors, cybersecurity, digital backbone, embedded technologies, power electronics, and electric machines.
+ Drive organizational strategy and ensure operational excellence, including safety, compliance, financial management, resource planning, and project execution.
+ Partner with the Technology Director, Research Program Office, GE Aerospace leadership, key stakeholders and customers to refine the vision and strategy for the Robotics & Autonomous Systems team.
+ Oversee technical and operational functions, including strategy definition, goal setting, recruiting, safety and compliance, financial planning, operating rhythms, and project execution.
+ Enable technology program execution and transition, meeting deliverables, budgets, and schedules while contributing technically to projects.
+ Provide operational coaching (e.g., project/program management, Lean principles) and career development guidance to team members.
+ Foster an open environment for cross-disciplinary collaboration and actively contribute to the Technology Manager/people leader community at the site.
+ Recruit top talent, mentor team members, and create opportunities for professional growth.
+ Build and maintain strategic relationships with GE Aerospace businesses and external partners to address organizational needs.
+ Represent and promote GE Aerospace Research within the broader technical community.
+ Drive continuous improvement through standard work, key performance indicators (KPIs), and process enhancements.

**Qualifications:**

+ Master’s degree in Robotics or a related discipline with a minimum of 7 years of experience in robotics and autonomous systems.
+ Proven ability to recruit top talent with diverse backgrounds.
+ Demonstrated impact in technical project leadership and ability to lead and energize cross-functional teams in high-impact technology areas.
+ Strong ability to influence senior leadership and drive organizational improvements.
+ Proven track record of promoting safety practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
+ Strong analytical skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
+ **U.S. Citizenship is required** .
+ Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
+ Due to the nature of the duties of this position, this role requires the individual to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance; **prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship.**

**Desired Characteristics:**

+ Doctorate in a relevant technical discipline.
+ Proven ability to influence at all organizational levels and work in multi-business environments to develop technology synergies and roadmaps.
+ Strong working knowledge of GE Aerospace businesses and their industries.
+ Established network within the global robotics and autonomous systems technical community.
+ Experience working with and securing DARPA programs.

The base pay range for this position is 130,000 - 240,000 USD Annually.

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.

This posting is expected to close on September 10, 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.

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_This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

Therefore, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (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), employment 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:** Yes
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.

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