Sr. Continuous Improvement Engineer- 1st shift- On site - Aeroestructuras

globalhr; Mexicali; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym facilities

Wellness area

Sports tournaments

Engagement events

Talent development programs

Transportation arrangements within CI

Eco-friendly parking

Medical & Life Insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Mexicali is seeking a Continuous Improvement/OPEX professional to lead Lean initiatives across the Value Stream. You will analyze data and drive measurable improvements, mapping current processes to future state using Lean methods.

You will coordinate cross-functional CI projects, mentor teams, and partner with local and corporate CI to embed an integrated systems CI mindset and training. Excellent English required.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools in both shop floor and functional environments.
• Experience with advanced project management practices and data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, Minitab).

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and trends of the Value Stream/Business Unit to identify improvement opportunities.
• Create and implement plans to map current state to future state using lean techniques.
• Coordinate continuous improvement tasks and projects within the Value Stream/Business Unit.
• Provide PM support across intake, initiation, planning, execution, transition and closure.
• Mentor and champion continuous improvement methodologies across the department.
• Collaborate with local and Corporate Continuous Improvement teams.
• Coordinate CI training and policy deployment activities with HR, EHS & Quality.
• Lead progress meetings and 30-60-90 day reviews to ensure delivery.
• Maintain strong English proficiency in written and spoken form.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Value Stream Mapping

Process Analysis

Root Cause Analysis

Project Management

Data Analysis

Excel

Power BI

Minitab

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Minitab

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-04

Country: Mexico

Location: MX-BCN-MEXICALI-238 ~ Blvd Venustiano Carranza #238 ~ BLDG 238, Desarrollo Industrial Colorado

Position Role Type: Unspecified

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

What You Will Do

• Analyzes data and trends of the entire Value Stream/Business Unit to determine opportunities for improvement.
• Along with the functional team, creates and implements a plan to turn the current state map into the future state map using lean techniques.
• Executes and coordinates continuous improvement tasks and projects within Value Stream/Business Unit.
• Foster project management discipline, providing expertise and support in the intake, initiation, planning, execution, transition and closure of projects, providing support to the Management of Change.
• Fosters a sustainable continuous improvement culture (Lean Sigma) to deliver business results by acting as Mentor and Subject Matter Expert on continuous improvement methodologies for the department
• Collaborates with local and Corporate’s Continuous Improvement organization
• Develops, promotes and coordinates cultural activities with HR, EHS & Quality department for engagement and awareness on Integrated Systems CI mindset.
• Coordinates Leadership Week, Lean bootcamp training, monthly trainings, etc.
• Participate and supports policy deployment exercises such as x-matrix, risk register, macro plan, among others.
• Streamlines processes and operations to allow for growth
• Leads project progress meetings and communications for projects owned by this position.
• Completes 30-60-90 day reviews after event closures to ensure successful delivery has been achieved.
• Advanced proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

What You Will Learn

• Operational Excellence Leadership: Develop expertise in leading Continuous Improvement initiatives that drive measurable business results while supporting strategic objectives across Safety, People, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
• Advanced Lean & Continuous Improvement Methodologies: Expand your knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Lean Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, policy deployment, and other Operational Excellence tools to solve complex business challenges.
• Project & Change Management: Gain hands‑on experience managing cross‑functional improvement projects from planning through execution, while strengthening your project management and organizational change leadership skills.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Enhance your ability to analyze operational data, identify trends, measure project performance, and leverage business insights to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategic Impact: Build strong partnerships with local and corporate teams while developing the communication, leadership, and collaboration skills needed to influence organizational culture and drive sustainable operational excellence.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience as a Continuous Improvement /OPEX professional.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools in both shop floor and functional environments (such as: Value Stream Mapping, Process Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, etc).
• Experience with advanced project management practices and data analysis tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Minitab, or similar) to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Lean and/or Black Belt certifications or similar industry certifications.

What We Offer

• Excellent work environment.
• On‑site gym facilities.
• Wellness area & sports tournaments.
• Engagement events.
• Talent development programs.
• Transportation arrangements within proper radius from the site.
• Eco-friendly parking.
• Medical & Life Insurance.

Role Type Definitions:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Blvr. Venustiano Carranza #238, El Robledo, 21397 Mexicali, B.C.

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