APEX Continuous Improvement Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Continuous Improvement Engineer, where you will drive transformational change in operations. This role is perfect for a passionate professional eager to enhance processes using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. You will lead impactful projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to a culture of excellence. Your expertise will help shape the future of rotorcraft manufacturing, making a tangible impact on operational efficiency and team dynamics. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are motivated by results, this opportunity is ideal for you.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years professional experience or 2-4 years with a Master's degree.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt trained or equivalent knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement projects across Operations.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma techniques to enhance processes.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Industrial Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Master's degree in a related discipline

Tools

Kaizen

Process Mapping

Job description

WHAT WE'RE DOING

At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, we’re building the most advanced and reliable rotorcraft in the world. Our mission is to deliver next-generation helicopters that meet the evolving demands of our customers — faster, more cost-effective, and with the highest quality possible. Within our Production Operations APEX (Achieving Performance Excellence) office, we’re leading the charge in driving transformational change across all our sites and product centers using Lean, Six Sigma, and business process management tools.

THE WORK

As a Continuous Improvement Engineer in the Production Operations APEX office, you’ll be a key catalyst for change, partnering with teams across Operations to identify and implement impactful business improvements. Your role will include:

1. Leading and supporting continuous improvement projects across all areas of Operations
2. Applying Lean, Six Sigma, and Industrial Engineering techniques to reduce waste and enhance processes
3. Serving as a business partner to Performance Management Teams (PMTs), guiding them in problem solving, conflict resolution, and alignment with key performance goals
4. Defining project scopes, measuring ROI, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and tracking key metrics
5. Motivating and influencing cross-functional teams to drive a culture of excellence
6. Supporting communication and change management strategies to ensure project success and long-term sustainability
7. Participating in and sometimes leading special initiatives that require a strong foundation in project management and continuous improvement methodologies

WHO YOU ARE

You’re a passionate, results-driven professional with a talent for seeing the big picture and the small details. You’re energized by identifying inefficiencies and leading efforts to eliminate them — all while building strong partnerships and influencing change across an organization. You bring:

Experience with Lean, Six Sigma (preferably certified), and/or Industrial Engineering

Strong communication, facilitation, and team leadership skills

Proven project management experience with a track record of driving measurable results

The ability to motivate others, resolve conflict, and align stakeholders toward a shared vision

A continuous improvement mindset with a desire to make a tangible impact across the business

WHY JOIN US

At Sikorsky, you’ll be more than an engineer — you’ll be a change agent. You’ll have the unique opportunity to shape how we build the helicopters of tomorrow, improve the lives of those on the factory floor, and contribute to a culture of operational excellence that extends across the company. You’ll work alongside talented, mission-driven individuals who take pride in making a difference. Let’s elevate what’s possible — together.

Minimum Requirements:

- Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 4-6 years of professional experience; or 2-4 years experience required with a related Masters degree.
- Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Green Belt Trained (or Certified) or equivalent knowledge of LSS tool.
- Must have a strong understanding of continuous improvement tools and techniques.
- Experience leading lean events or using lean six sigma tools (Kaizen, process mapping, etc).
- Experience in a manufacturing, assembly, or production environment.