Senior FLIGHT DECK Practitioner
Company | GE Aerospace |
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Location | Grand Rapids, MI, USA, Clearwater, FL, USA |
Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
Type | Full-Time |
Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business (or related degree)
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in lean transactional, engineering, or continuous improvement roles
Responsibilities
- Lead the deployment and sustainment of the FLIGHT DECK lean operating model across various departments and teams.
- Conduct value stream mapping, identify waste, and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Facilitate kaizen events, workshops, and training sessions to educate and engage employees in lean principles and practices.
- Develop and implement standard work procedures to ensure consistency and quality in operations.
- Utilize lean tools such as 5S, Kanban, and root cause analysis to drive problem-solving and process optimization.
- Collaborate with leadership to align lean initiatives with business goals and objectives.
- Mentor and coach team members to build lean capabilities and sustain a culture of continuous improvement.
- Ensure all lean activities prioritize safety and comply with regulatory and company standards.
- Travel up to 30%
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Engineering or Business
- 8+ years of experience in lean transactional, engineering, or continuous improvement roles within the aerospace industry
- Proven track record of leading successful lean initiatives and driving measurable improvements
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze complex processes
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
- Certification in Lean or Six Sigma (e.g., Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities