Continuous Improvement Leader 5

United Launch Alliance • Decatur, AL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Continuous Improvement Leader in Decatur, AL, this individual is responsible for driving and embedding process improvement across the factory to enhance efficiency, quality, and performance. This role requires a blend of technical expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and other improvement methodologies with leadership and change management skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university
• 8 years of relevant experience including continuous improvement or process improvement roles, preferably in manufacturing, operations, or industrial environments
• A minimum of 2 years of leadership, team leadership and/or project management experience
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Gemba, or Obeya methodology certification
• Proficiency in data analysis, problem-solving, and improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen)
• Strong communication, collaboration, facilitation, and influence skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual).

Nice To Haves

• Relocation may be available
• Travel Requirements: 10%

Responsibilities

• Drive, facilitate, and support continuous improvement activities across all areas of the business, acting as a catalyst for a continuous improvement mindset
• Promote and guide the adoption of Lean Enterprise systems, including Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, Continuous Flow, TPM, Root Cause Analysis, and other process improvement tools
• Partner with senior leaders to develop transformation strategies, annual improvement plans, and long-range strategic plans aligned with organizational goals
• Lead and participate in kaizen events, track progress, and ensure sustained gains; facilitate cross-functional improvement projects
• Deliver coaching, mentoring, and training on Lean principles, tools, and behaviors to empower employees at all levels
• Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and reports to measure improvement impact and present progress to leadership
• Work with department leaders, field teams, and stakeholders to standardize processes, reduce waste, and improve operational performance
• Manage change effectively, ensuring smooth implementation of new processes and systems

Benefits

• 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
• Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible work environments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior