Associate Operational Excellence Engineer (Contract)

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.

Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a process minded, and data driven Junior Operational Excellence Engineer to join our Operational Excellence team. You would be a key player ensuring continuous process improvement to achieve operational excellence. You, as the Jr Engineer - Operational Excellence, will be responsible for assessing the veracity of Standard work, working with partners and stakeholders to drive improvement, simplicity, and improve production flow within the FL OPS organization. You would partner with functional team members to build lean capability, streamline processes, and to lead projects and lean initiatives. You will employ structured problem solving to improve production processes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Manager, Operational Excellence, you are responsible for the Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness to meet On Quality, On Time, and On Cost spacecraft deliveries.
• Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams including Production, Program Industrial Management, Mfg. Engineering and Quality teams to continually improve all processes within the Operations organization.
• Present status of continuous improvement projects to Mgr. Operational Excellence on a regular basis.
• Application of engineering principles (RCCA, Statical Analysis, Quality tools) to solve technical problems on flight and non-flight components, manufacturing processes, and overall quality of the production lines.
• Observe processes, measure performance, identify improvement opportunities and work with stakeholders and subject matter experts to implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Accountable for Data Analysis: Collect and analyze data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Project Management: Assist in managing projects aimed at improving operational performance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with various departments to ensure alignment and successful implementation of improvement initiatives.
• Reporting: Prepare and present reports on operational performance and improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate and communicate assigned tasks, projects, and status with the department manager.
• Establish realistic plans and set short-term and long-term goals.
• Develop contingency plans.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelors in industrial and systems engineering degree or equivalent experience.

Experience:

• 2-6 years' experience in manufacturing environment.
• Prior small satellite manufacturing and test experience preferred.
• Prior engineering experience preferred.
• Experience with data mining and understanding of failure modes required.
• Experience with critical process observation, standard work, 5s, Mistake-proofing, RCCA, Setup Time Reduction.

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

• Working knowledge in Lean Manufacturing and Root Cause Analysis techniques such as (8D, A3, 7 Quality Tools (Cause and effect diagram (also known as Ishikawa diagram), Check sheet, Control charts, Histogram, Pareto chart, Scatter diagram, Stratification or Flowchart, Run chart).
• Working knowledge and hands-on experience of SPC, Inspection methods preferred.
• Formal training or certification, in Operational Excellence Systems (Lean, 5S, Six Sigma, APQP) a plus.
• Knowledge of the quality management systems AS9001.
• Strong organizational, analytical, root cause analysis, critical-thinker, and critical thinking skills.
• People skills to drive corrective action implementation.
• Ability to work independently and within the teams.
• Excellent verbal and written skills to communicate effectively across the organization.
• Strong networking and relations building skills.
• Strong background in aerospace industry.

Technical Systems Proficiency:

• Skilled in the use of Outlook, Excel, Pivot tables, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, and MS- TEAMS.
• Working knowledge of SAP (or similar ERP system), JIRA, a plus.

Eligibility:

• U.S. Citizenship required.

Clearance:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• Active DoD security clearance at Top Secret/ SCI desirable.

Physical Requirements:

• Carrying: able to carry documents and/or electronic equipment up to 20lbs/9kg.
• Lifting: able to lift documents and/or electronic equipment up to 20lbs/9kg.
• Pushing/Pulling: able to push/pull items in office areas.
• Sitting: able to sit for extended periods of time at computer and in meetings.
• Squatting/Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.
• Standing: able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice.
• Walking: able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.

Equal Opportunity:

Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

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