Continuous Improvement Lead

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.About L3Harris Technologies:L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.Job Description:Work across all functional disciplines of the organization; focusing on transformational business improvements, continually enhancing our improvement tool set and methodologies. The ideal candidate is passionate about leading change, driving results, and promoting a culture of improvement.Essential Functions:Work closely with functional leaders and actively lead, Design /Develop, Resolve team issues, coach and guide cross-functional project teams in the application of Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologiesServe as a technical resource for improvement teams, i.e. provide support by analyzing data, change management, Project management and project implementation.Contribute to building a culture of continuous improvementProvide hands‑on team guidance, support, and coaching to all roles and functions, to advance CI maturity at a sustainable paceProvide coaching and mentoring to Green BeltsUse project management techniques to prepare, manage and support project plans. Conduct phase gate reviews to ensure teams are successful in their project executionWork with project teams to reduce implementation risks and ensure proper monitoring and controls mechanisms are in place before project closureCapture and manage improvement results derived from Lean initiativesSupport peer‑to‑peer learning and best practice sharingQualifications:Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical or Manufacturing EngineeringGreen Belt CertifiedLean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification an asset7+ years’ experience in CIExperienced in working with cross-organizational teamsExperience presenting to senior leadershipPreferred Additional Skills:This position requires a self-starter with an engaging style; solid influencing and facilitation skills who will develop relationships and build on a collaborative work environment.Demonstrated analytical, problem‑solving and ability to train on methodologyDemonstrated working knowledge with Lean and or Six Sigma methodologiesPlanning and time managementDevelop and continuously improve development practices based on industry best practices and internal teams’ experience and learningAbility to work effectively and facilitate functional teams of all levelsDemonstrated interpersonal and leadership skillsStrong verbal and written communication and organizational skillsAction oriented and ability to make decisions#J-18808-Ljbffr