Lean Sigma Engineer

Safran Group; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Tuition assistance

Professional development opportunities

Paid holidays

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas seeks a Lean Sigma Engineer to plan and lead Lean Sigma projects, drive cost savings, and ensure adherence to schedules and customer expectations. The role contributes to deployment planning and fosters a culture of continuous improvement across the site.

The candidate will design and deliver Green Belt training, mentor Green Belt candidates, and participate in a scalable Lean Sigma expansion across Safran Seats global sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in engineering or business administration; OR an Associate's plus 3 years relevant work experience; OR 6 years directly related work experience.
• Minimum 1 year relevant experience with process improvement experience.
• Lean training from recognized programs (Shingo Institute, Shingijutsu, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Plans basic Lean Sigma projects, including budgets.
• Leads Lean Sigma projects to achieve significant cost savings.
• Ensures projects are on schedule and meet customer expectations.
• Contributes to Lean Sigma deployment plan development and implementation.
• Fosters Lean Sigma culture within the organization.
• Designs and evaluates internal Lean Sigma Green Belt program.
• Delivers Lean Sigma Green Belt training to employees.
• Mentors Green Belt candidates toward certification and methodology compliance.

Skills

Lean Sigma

Process improvement

Problem solving

Influence without authority

5S

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

Job details

Lean Sigma Engineer

General information

Safran 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.

With more than one million seats installed across the fleets of the world's leading airlines, Safran Seats is one of the global leaders in passenger, crew, aircraft and helicopter seating, delivering innovative, high value-added solutions.

Reference number

2026-176449

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Continuous improvement - Improvement and/or transformation project management - BB/MBB

Job title

Lean Sigma Engineer

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

A glimpse at the job:

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Lean Sigma Engineer, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

• Plans basic Lean Sigma projects, including budgets;
• Leads Lean Sigma projects that will produce significant cost savings;
• Ensures projects are on schedule and customer expectations are meet;
• Contributes to the development and Implementation of lean sigma deployment plan;
• Fosters the Lean Sigma culture within the organization;
• Designs, develops, implements and evaluates internal Lean Sigma Green Belt program;
• Delivers employee Lean Sigma Green Belt Training;
• Mentors Green Belt candidates on basic projects to reach certification ensuring compliance to methodology;

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Paid holidays
• Recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Over 300 career paths across global sites

Highlights from our facility:

Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, plays a big role in making top-notch aircraft seats for airlines around the world. The team here is known for their know-how and dedication to building comfortable, reliable seats for both commercial and business planes. With a focus on quality and new ideas, the Gainesville facility helps keep Safran at the forefront of the aviation seating industry, working closely with airlines and aircraft makers to deliver seats passengers appreciate.

Join Safran Seats, where you can look to the skies and say “we did that.”

Candidate skills & requirements

At Safran Seats, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.

• Bachelor Degree in engineering or business administration; OR an Associate's plus 3 years relevant/related work experience; OR 6 years directly related work experience
• Minimum 1 year relevant experience and minimum of 1 year with process improvement experience.
• Lean training from the Shingo Institute, Shingijutsu, or other recognized program or company.
• Must pursue One Safran referent accreditation
• Basic knowledge of Lean Sigma, process improvement, and problem solving methodologies
• Basic Knowledge within functional areas of Continuous Improvement (at least one of the following fields):
• Office Lean
• Training of Lean Sigma
• Engineering Lean Sigma/Continuous Improvement (DFLSS, DFMA, VAVE, etc.)
• Quality/Manufacturing Lean Sigma /Continuous Improvement
• Able to organize complex thoughts and ideas into a cohesive, simple message.
• Ability to influence all levels of the organization without direct authority
• Consistent focus on safety, 5S, standard work and problem solving throughout value stream, with visible evidence of effectiveness.

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:

• Innovative & Curious
• Collaborative & Inclusive
• Committed to Safety
• Trustworthy
• Results Focused
• Driven to Excellence
• Powered by Teamwork

This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Safran Seats is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [e-mail] or call 940-363-2068. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.

Candidates for positions with Safran Seats must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

Visa sponsorship is available for this position

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

Annual salary

Based on market data.

Job location

North America, United States, Texas

City (-ies)

Gainesville

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

First experience

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

No