Continuous Improvement Engineer — Lean Six Sigma (Aerospace)

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

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.