Sourcing Qualification Program Manager – Aero Combustion, Small Parts

Switzerland Global Enterprise

Sourcing Qualification Program Manager for Aero Combustion and Small parts at GE Vernova. Leading supplier qualification initiatives for Aero engine subcomponents with cross-functional teams.

Posted 5/6/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $125,000 - $208,300 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Aero-selected component qualification programs from initiation through successful and timely closure, ensuring alignment with technical, quality, and business requirements.
Project manage and support all process steps before, during, and after qualification, including identifying and managing key dependencies, risks, and cross-functional inputs.
Onboard new vendors and ensure effective communication is established and maintained through the appropriate channels across internal teams and external partners.
Drive accountability by coordinating with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure deliverables are met on schedule and in compliance with qualification standards.
Develop and maintain qualification project plans, including scope, milestones, and execution requirements, and hold both internal teams and suppliers accountable for delivery.
Partner with Commodity Owners (GCLs, CSLs) to define, secure, and manage the budget required to support qualification activities.
Lead cross-functional execution across Engineering, Sourcing Quality, Materials, Factory/Supply Chain, and Commodity teams to ensure effective planning and implementation of qualification activities.
Identify, assess, and drive mitigation of schedule, execution, and budget risks affecting assigned qualification programs, and manage resolution of major issues as they arise.
Maintain continuous alignment with Commodity Owners (GCLs, CSLs) and the Aero Capacity Program Manager on global demand needs, project prioritization, and qualification execution plans.
Ensure qualification program priorities and execution are aligned with the Gas Power Generator & Aero Sourcing team’s SQDC KPI metrics.
Provide timely communication of project status, key risks, mitigation plans, and critical decisions to cross-functional stakeholders and leadership, including management of escalations as required.
Prepare periodic and ad hoc management updates, reports, and project readouts.
Support make/buy and vendor-to-vendor strategy execution in alignment with Supply Chain team decisions.
After qualification completion, monitor supplier execution and quality performance, and lead corrective actions as needed to ensure stable and effective ongoing delivery.
Perform additional responsibilities not explicitly included in this job description, as assigned by the immediate leader or manager, verbally or in writing.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS/BA Degree (Technical or Business preferred)
Major experience in sourcing, sourcing quality or supply chain program management
Knowledge of Aero combustion and key components, vendors and supply chain
Working knowledge of Parts ERP Systems, including Business Intelligence tools (Data Warehouse, PowerSource)
Expert level of project tracking tools (MS Projects, etc)
Strong skills in MS Office Applications (including MS Access)
Solid communication skills and presentation skills in English
Proven Program Management leadership skills
Ability to work in a cross-functional matrix organization
Self-starter, resourceful.
Experience with project management and Aero machines supply chain (desired)
Experience in NPI program management (desired)
Knowledge of GEV engineering processes and tools (ie: PLM) (desired)

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

sourcingsupply chain program managementAero combustion knowledgeproject managementNPI program managementGEV engineering processesbudget managementrisk managementvendor managementqualification program management

Soft Skills

communication skillspresentation skillsleadership skillscross-functional collaborationself-starterresourcefulnessaccountabilityproblem-solvingstakeholder managementadaptability

Certifications

BS/BA Degree