Government Property Operations Specialist

Summary The Government Property (GP) Operations Specialist will function as the primary interface between the Government Property Team and the Supply Chain GP Reps and Engineering Teams GP Custodians. This leader will develop and provide practical, detailed, innovative, and compliant ways to identify and meet business objectives and provide training and coaching to employees in the Supply Chain, Engineering, and GP organizations. The successful candidate will support GE’s shop floor and engineering ops in the execution of government property compliance activities while executing on the contract requirements, program recommendations, US government (USG) direction for government property disposition and will support and execute applicable business priorities. This role may evolve in scope and process and will include special projects and/or dedicated topics of operational ownership.

Government Property is defined as special tooling, materials, equipment, special test equipment, and engine hardware that has been purchased, leased, or furnished by the government, or acquired for the specific purpose of fulfilling government contract requirements. Government Property does not include intellectual property or software.

Essential Responsibilities

Function as primary Government Property Organization (GPO) disposal subject matter interface between GE organizations affected by GP requirements.

Function as interface liaison providing clear instruction on Government Property matters from program management and operations into Property Representatives/Custodians (Supply Chain/Engineering)

Help develop and deliver applicable training for the GPO team and GE Govt Property reps as needed.

Utilize tracking and reporting tools including manual, spreadsheets, and specific GE internal and USG software.

Provide support for Government Property crib operations as needed. This support includes the following:

• Verify, inventory, organize, and maintain control of property received and stored within the Disposition Crib(s)
• Generate/maintain all GE internal and USG regulatory required records throughout the disposition process, both paper and electronic.
• Maintain crib inventory and track property status throughout disposition process until complete.
• Coordinate/provide all logistics support for property leaving the disposition crib.

Interact with US Government representatives and customers as needed on GP matters.

Maintain expertise relative to USG demilitarization processes and serve as GE demil witness as required.

Ensure compliance to Govt. Property Manual through actions and support along with continued development and update of detailed tasks in the Standard Desktop Practices and Govt Property Manual.

Coordination with GPO team, support orgs, and GE Govt Property Reps to maintain process consistency across assigned programs and sites.

Support review of processes to ensure overall efficiency and compliance.

Influence government property stakeholders as needed to develop and implement process improvements and corrective action plans.

Lead project and process improvement teams as needed to develop and implement process changes and corrective action plans.

Estimated 10% travel.

Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college

Or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of relevant business experience

Minimum of 3 years of related business experience in roles in manufacturing, product support, customer support, R&D, quality, and EH&S

Eligibility Requirement(s)

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Ability to stand / walk for extended periods of time

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Desired Characteristics

Experience in the Aerospace and/or Defense industry

Strong oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal, leadership, and training skills

Attention to detail and process oriented

Ability to prioritize activities, and demonstrate initiative to follow-through to completion

Ability to anticipate, identify, and resolve complex operational issues and work across organizational boundaries

Proficiency with MS Office Suite of products and aptitude to learn additional software tools as needed

Basic understanding of manufacturing operations and interrelated support systems including Sourcing, Planning, Engineering and Quality

Working knowledge of disposal of Government property including demilitarization requirements or aptitude to learn

Knowledge of US Government Procurement or Property regulations a plus

National Property Management Association (NPMA) CPPS, CPPA, or CPPM certification a plus

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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.

GE 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: No