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# Senior Director, AI & Data Leader

- **Company:** GE Aerospace
- **Location:** West Chester Township, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Catalyst (Software), Workflow Management Systems, Data Analytics
- **Published:** June 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/1A3A3EA9CB4141C4856A4A2F8C015220/job/

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of professional experience (or equivalent years of experience/Military service).
 * 7+ years of dedicated experience in Data Analytics/Engineering leadership.
 * Note: Military experience is equivalent to professional experience

Eligibility Requirement:

 * Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job., * Tech-Savy Strategist: Deep knowledge of DT operations and the ability to translate "shop talk" into analytical problem statements.
 * Lean Champion: Experience coaching others in Lean behaviors and applying them to digital workflows.
 * Influential Communicator: Confident interfacing with senior leadership and global teams to drive organizational change.
 * Customer-First Mindset: A track record of evaluating decisions through the eyes of the customer to ensure high-impact results.

## Description

As the AI Catalyst Leader for Unison (GE Aerospace), you will bridge the gap between cutting-edge data science and world-class aerospace product and service delivery. Reporting to the CDIO of GE Aerospace and the GM of the Unison, you won't just build models-you'll be a leader in a high-performing team to embed AI directly into our shop floors and customer offerings. This is a high-impact, gemba-focused role designed to revolutionize aerospace productivity through Lean principles and intelligent automation., * Strategic Execution: Lead the AI/ML product strategy across Unison, turning complex business needs into data-driven solutions that optimize SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost) that align with both business need and enterprise framework.

 * Team Leadership: Build and mentor a premier data and AI applications team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
 * Operational Integration: Partner with shop operations to deploy AI tools that reduce downtime, improve engine service outcomes, and enhance profitability.
 * Lean Transformation: Act as a Lean practitioner, applying "Flight Deck" behaviors to standardize technology delivery and drive business transformation.
 * Genba Presence: Spend ~40% of your time on-site at Unison facilities to understand the user experience firsthand and ensure technology solves real-world shop problems.


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