Continuous Improvement Coordinator
Apply NowCompany: Lockheed Martin
Location: Stratford, CT 06614
Description:
Job Description
WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Sikorsky, we are advancing aviation technology with a commitment to quality and innovation. Our focus on continuous improvement drives our production capabilities, enabling us to deliver unparalleled performance in assembly and flight operations for our clients around the world.
THE WORK
In this role, you'll lead continuous improvement initiatives across all assembly and flight operations production lines. You will be responsible for accelerating Six Sigma best practices, providing operational expertise, and supporting effective project management. Acting as a key liaison, you'll connect project management, planning, and production teams, reviewing project statuses, managing schedules, and generating reports that keep projects on track and stakeholders informed.
WHO WE ARE
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, is a leader in helicopter design, manufacturing, and service. For decades, we've been at the forefront of aviation innovation, delivering advanced solutions for commercial and military applications. Our team is driven by a passion for engineering excellence and operational precision.
WHO YOU ARE
You are a strategic and results-driven project manager with expertise in Six Sigma methodologies. You bring experience managing project schedules, budgets, and reports, with a keen eye for identifying and addressing issues to meet productivity and quality goals. Collaborative and solution-oriented, you excel in working across teams to ensure project success and client satisfaction.
WHY JOIN US
Joining Sikorsky means joining a legacy of excellence in aviation. Here, you'll be part of a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in flight. With opportunities to drive meaningful improvements in production and be part of a dynamic and supportive culture, this role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on the future of aviation.
Basic Qualifications
-Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 7 years of professional experience; or 6 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.
Considered an emerging authority.
-Familiar with lean Six Sigma Principles
- Comprehension of analytical tools, workflow time studies, and project management
- Familiar with databases, data mining, and data analytics
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills coupled with being a team player
Desired skills
-Familiar with continuous improvement tools: SAP, Solumina, JIRA, & Tableau Dashboards
- Strong Organization skills including attention to details
-Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to address and resolve issues.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate
-Previous Sikorsky experience
EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $95,000 - $167,440. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $109,200 - $189,290. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Sikorsky, we are advancing aviation technology with a commitment to quality and innovation. Our focus on continuous improvement drives our production capabilities, enabling us to deliver unparalleled performance in assembly and flight operations for our clients around the world.
THE WORK
In this role, you'll lead continuous improvement initiatives across all assembly and flight operations production lines. You will be responsible for accelerating Six Sigma best practices, providing operational expertise, and supporting effective project management. Acting as a key liaison, you'll connect project management, planning, and production teams, reviewing project statuses, managing schedules, and generating reports that keep projects on track and stakeholders informed.
WHO WE ARE
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, is a leader in helicopter design, manufacturing, and service. For decades, we've been at the forefront of aviation innovation, delivering advanced solutions for commercial and military applications. Our team is driven by a passion for engineering excellence and operational precision.
WHO YOU ARE
You are a strategic and results-driven project manager with expertise in Six Sigma methodologies. You bring experience managing project schedules, budgets, and reports, with a keen eye for identifying and addressing issues to meet productivity and quality goals. Collaborative and solution-oriented, you excel in working across teams to ensure project success and client satisfaction.
WHY JOIN US
Joining Sikorsky means joining a legacy of excellence in aviation. Here, you'll be part of a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in flight. With opportunities to drive meaningful improvements in production and be part of a dynamic and supportive culture, this role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on the future of aviation.
Basic Qualifications
-Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 7 years of professional experience; or 6 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.
Considered an emerging authority.
-Familiar with lean Six Sigma Principles
- Comprehension of analytical tools, workflow time studies, and project management
- Familiar with databases, data mining, and data analytics
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills coupled with being a team player
Desired skills
-Familiar with continuous improvement tools: SAP, Solumina, JIRA, & Tableau Dashboards
- Strong Organization skills including attention to details
-Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to address and resolve issues.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate
-Previous Sikorsky experience
EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
*
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $95,000 - $167,440. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $109,200 - $189,290. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.