Military Officer Leadership Programme

Job Description

Job Description Summary

At GE Aerospace, we believe the world functions better when it flies. As a global leader in jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems for commercial, military, business, and general aviation aircraft, we’re constantly pushing the boundaries of flight. With a history rich in innovation, ongoing investment in R&D, and a team of talented individuals, we’re committed to shaping the future of aerospace technology and bringing it to life.

About the Programme

GE Aerospace’s Military Officer Leadership Program (MOLP) is designed to help talented military officers transition into commercial industry leaders. This structured, challenging, and fast-paced development program pairs you with executive mentors, provides coaching, and connects you with a global network of veterans, offering a unique opportunity to develop broad business experience and tackle leadership challenges within the aerospace industry.

The program will give you the chance to apply the valuable skills and experience you gained from your military service to address complex business challenges, achieve short-term goals, and contribute to long-term business success.

You’ll gain diverse experience through rotational assignments across different areas of the business. During this program, you’ll explore how your unique military skills can contribute to and drive success in a commercial environment.

Most roles are based at the GE Aerospace Defense and Systems Electrical Power Distribution and Controls site in Cheltenham, as well as the Dowty Propellers site in Brockworth, Gloucestershire. However, you’ll also have the chance to work at other GE Aerospace locations in the UK.

Understanding the transition timelines from the Armed Forces, we offer flexible start dates to accommodate your needs.

Essential Responsibilities

The MOLP is tailored for those who have excelled in their military careers, and have proven themselves capable of navigating complex, less-defined work environments. You’ll need to be comfortable with ambiguity and able to influence others to achieve key priorities. Throughout the program, you’ll be expected to solve problems, create strategies, and help address various business challenges.

In the MOLP, you’ll be responsible for:

• Leading cross-functional project teams, driving results, and meeting project deliverables.
• Managing priority activities, ensuring high-quality results and meeting customer expectations within a matrix organization.
• Running continuous improvement or lean initiatives, contributing to financial and efficiency gains.
• Overseeing key business metrics, including schedules and costs, and providing updates to internal management.
• Supporting sales campaigns for new or modified contracts and proposals.
• Conducting competitive marketing assessments of products and services.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Commissioned Military Officer

Desired Characteristics

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Currently serving in the Armed Forces or recently transitioned from service
• Proven success and leadership in military career
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Quick to adapt and eager to develop business skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities
• Accountable for actions and results
• Skilled in problem-solving, delegation, and achieving ambitious goals

Flexible Working

At GE, we understand the importance of work-life balance and support flexible working arrangements wherever possible.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace, we value the contributions of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package. Our FlexChoice plan allows you to tailor your benefits to suit your needs while enjoying the flexibility to make savings.

As part of your benefits package, you’ll automatically receive:

• Non-contributory Pension
• Performance-related bonus
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• 26 days of holiday (with options to buy or sell)

Security Clearance

This role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance, which must be maintained. If BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, eligibility for the role or any employment offer may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. For more information, please see the link for BPSS clearance details.

Right to Work

We welcome applications from candidates who need sponsorship to work in the UK and will consider all applications on an equal basis. However, UK immigration rules may limit appointments to those who don’t require sponsorship if a suitably qualified candidate is available. For further information, please refer to the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance: Yes