CORE Continuous Improvement Leader (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Rainbow (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking a CORE CI leader in Windsor Locks to enhance continuous improvement processes. Applicants should have substantial experience and leadership skills essential for unifying business elements.

This role supports the development of strategies and operates close to site leadership, with responsibilities including employee training on CORE methodologies and analyzing data for process improvements.

Benefits include comprehensive insurance, vacation time, and a generous 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in continuous improvement.
• 3+ years leading cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability in process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute regional strategy for CORE initiatives.
• Lead the development of CORE Roadmap with leadership.
• Train employees in CORE methodologies.

Skills

Lean and Business Process Management tools

Strong communication skills

Coaching and mentoring

Education

University degree with 8 years experience

Master’s degree with 5 years experience

Tools

COSMIC

Six Sigma Greenbelt certification

Job description

Role Overview

Collins Aerospace is seeking a results‑driven CORE CI leader to support the implementation and advancement of the CORE / Continuous Improvement operating system as the Windsor Locks CORE focal. The role will unify and align all critical business elements and processes into a cohesive, high‑performance site and be the face of CORE for the Windsor Locks campus.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of regional strategy and CORE Roadmap as defined by CORE Leadership team.
• Lead roadmap development for the site with Site Leadership and regional teams.
• Partner with CORE & Site Leadership to drive deployment and maturity of the CORE Operating System within the site.
• Provide expert guidance to enhance process maturity and support improvement.
• Apply COSMIC and other process analysis tools to identify opportunities.
• Manage team to conduct CORE Framework assessment validations, ensuring consistency for region.
• Lead and support benchmarking initiatives across the enterprise.
• Train employees in CORE methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Coach teams to strengthen overall CORE competency within site and region.
• Plan and execute CORE Leadership Weeks at the site, ensuring value outcomes.
• Analyze data to identify automation opportunities and improve processes.
• Collaborate with site leaders to address operational challenges and deliver innovative solutions.
• Travel up to 25% of the time (International and Domestic).

Qualifications

Required:

• University degree with at least 8 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with minimum 5 years of experience.
• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience with Lean and Business Process Management tools to manage continuous improvement and transformational efforts.
• At least 2 years of experience leading cross‑functional teams and influencing leaders within complex, matrixed organizations.
• Minimum 2 years delivering measurable, tangible improvements in business process environments.
• Strong communication, coaching, and mentoring skills.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• 8 years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree.
• Advanced CORE certification (Professional or Expert level) or active progress toward certification, or Six Sigma Greenbelt certification.
• Demonstrated passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Collaborative mindset.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption Assistance, Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.