Kiefer D.

Engineering Project Manager @GE Aerospace

Cheltenham, GB

As a Project Manager within GE Aerospace’s Power Distribution R&D team, I play a key role in delivering cutting-edge electrical power products for next-generation aviation platforms. Working across a multidisciplinary engineering environment and closely with suppliers, I ensure components, prototype builds, and project activities progress to schedule while meeting customer delivery expectations. My role encompasses end-to-end coordination of procurement activities, supplier engagement, and project management support that enables the successful development of new aerospace technologies.Key Contributions-Ensured on-time delivery of prototype hardware by coordinating purchasing activities, tracking supplier lead times, and resolving procurement issues collaboratively with sourcing and engineering teams-Supported the R&D team by driving completion of technical inputs required to specify and procure components for new product development-Streamlined the prototype build process by managing and maintaining an accurate Bill of Materials, improving build readiness and reducing delays-Strengthened supplier collaboration through proactive liaison, issue resolution, and data gathering to maintain project timelines and quality expectations-Provided comprehensive project management support, including planning, monitoring, and controlling R&D activities to ensure alignment with programme objectives-Contributed to the efficient execution of development projects, improving visibility of tasks, risks, and dependencies across the engineering team.

IoSCM

Supply Chain and Operations Management, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

University of Staffordshire

Motorsport Engineering, Engineering

Royal school of military engineering

Mechanical Engineering, Engineering