Continuous Improvement Engineer

• ✓Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of professional work experience in process improvement, operational excellence, or a related field in a systems integration and/or program management work environment (Non-manufacturing environment).
• ✓Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
• ✓Proven experience facilitating Kaizen-like events and utilizing transactional Lean methodologies to streamline workflows and reduce waste in “invisible” processes.
• ✓Experience executing Current State Mapping and Root Cause Analysis against existing, locally-maintained process guidance to improve the performance of Standard Work.
• ✓Experience supporting high visibility/high impact process improvement projects on-time with critical stakeholder buy-in and engagement.
• ✓Experience working in or for an ISO 9001-certified organization, or familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management System concepts.
• ✓Proficiency as an agent of change and help to foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
• ✓Strong interpersonal and influencing skills to interact with diverse work teams across multiple program areas.
• ✓Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and process mapping software.

• ✓Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or desire to pursue further certifications.
• ✓Experience as an Effective and Impactful Kaizen Facilitator
• ✓Experience identifying and integrating AI tools or automation software to optimize business processes.
• ✓Experience working within a defense prime contractor environment, specifically supporting U.S. Navy weapon systems.
• ✓Detailed knowledge of the SSP T9001 Quality Management System framework.
• ✓Familiarity with how external documentation impacts internal documentation and processes to ensure seamless alignment and compliance.

Pay Information

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

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