Continuous Improvement Engineer

Safran S.A.; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Safran Cabin in Carson, California seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer to apply Lean and Six Sigma to improve process efficiency, quality, and productivity. You will lead Kaizen events, map processes, and sustain QRQC while contributing to safety and environmental programs.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2+ years in CI/manufacturing, preferably in aerospace. Strong data analysis, communication, and cross-functional collaboration are essential in this dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years in manufacturing processes.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Continuous Improvement.
• Experience in Aerospace or related industry desired.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies – Basic.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing – Basic.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with internal and external customers.
• Capable of managing large amounts of data and multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to health, safety, and environmental programs.
• Plans and leads basic Lean Sigma projects (Kaizen Events/ One Safran).
• Participates in implementing advanced lean methodologies (VSM, SMED, TPM & DMAIC).
• Develops process mapping to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement through business processes.
• Supports development of Lean Six Sigma methodologies by eliminating production wastes.
• Sustains the QRQC program and evaluates business metrics accuracy.
• Promotes problem-solving methodologies and develops innovative solutions.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Lean Manufacturing & Six-Sigma training

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

MS Project

Excel

Visio

Job description

Published 08.21.2026 Company : Safran Cabin Job field : Continuous improvement Location : Carson , California , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelor's Degree Required experience : More than 3 years Professional status : Employees / Staff Spoken language(s) : English Fluent Spanish Intermediate French Intermediate Salary range : $70,310 - $101,090Published 08.21.2026Job DescriptionHere, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Continuous Improvement Engineer, you'll play a pivotal part on our Engineering team. This position is a Continuous Improvement professional role, who applies Lean Manufacturing activities to improve our operations regarding with process efficiency, quality, productivity and savings.This position contributes to our vision by:• Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture;• Supports the site's projects roadmap implementation aligned with Hoshin Plan• Plans and leads basic Lean Sigma projects (Kaizen Events/ One Safran)• Participates in the implementation of advance lean Methodologies (VSM, SMED, TPM & DMAIC)• Develop process mapping to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement trough business• Support development of Lean six sigma methodologies by eliminating production wastes• Sustains the QRQC program. Evaluates business metrics accuracy• Promote and uses problem-solving methodologies (Analytical, and negotiation skills), develop innovative solutions and pursue Quality Improvements• Assists with workstation design, Standard Work, line balancing, and layout improvements;• Assists and pursue the deployment and sustainment of 5S's methodology;• Support timely internal follow up reports (CI progress or management meetings)• Serves as instructor for basic courses that teaches personnel how to assess, identify and improve their own needs and opportunities;• Fosters the Lean Sigma culture within the organization;• Sustains, drives, and promotes the Employee Suggestion Program;• Keeps focus in Best Practices sharing and implementation;• Prepare presentations to review status of projects as appropriate• Regular, predictable attendance is requiredJob RequirementsEducation:• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline.• Lean Manufacturing and Six-Sigma methodologies training.Experience:• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing processes, a must.• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Continuous Improvement, preferred.• Experience in Aerospace or a related industry is desired.Knowledge:• Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies- Basic• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing – Basic• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with internal and external customers.• Capable of managing large amounts of data and multiple tasks.• Ability to build strategic working relationships at all levels of the organization.• Strong ability to analyze various options to determine best solution for the organization.• Self-starter who can thrive in a dynamic team environment and produce results with minimal management guidance.Computer Skills:• Strong proficiency in the use of common software packages including MS Office suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, PowerPoint and Visio.• Capable of managing large amounts of data and tasks.• Competency in performing data analysis through data business analytics services (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).Other Skills:• Problem solving skills - ability to analyze a problem and determine if driven by design, supplier or other factors in a timely fashion• Capacity to operate in a pluri-disciplinary, inter-cultural and international environment• Qualities in interpersonal relationship and in kindly challenging the organizations• Must have excellent technical writing, oral communication, and presentation skills• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision• Capacity to do benchmarkingBut what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)Safran Cabin is #1 worldwide for business and regional aircraft interiors.Here, you will build your skills and grow with a community of experts to enrich yourself every day.Here, collaboration is embodied within the diversity of our teams all around the world.Here, we're cutting our emissions, not your ambitions.Together, let's shape the sustainable future of aeronautics. Learn more about Safran Cabin!Why join us?At Safran Cabin, we provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.• Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products/services and more!Company InformationSafran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.Safran Cabin is the world's No. 1 in aircraft interiors. Safran Cabin provides innovative, smart and sustainable cabin interiors, as well as advanced water and waste management systems.Here, you will develop your skills and grow within a community of experts who enrich your experience every day.Here, collaboration connects our teams across the globe.Did you know? We have probably already flown together!Would you like to join us? Learn more about Safran Cabin here.(Hyperlink: https://www.safran-group.com/en/companies/safran-cabin)