Director of Operational Excellence
About The Position
At Honeywell Aerospace, the Lead Advanced Manufacturing Engineer leads the Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) team responsible for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs within the Engines & Power Systems sub business unit. The role drives new products from proposal through full-rate production, aligning implementation with strategic goals and customer requirements, with emphasis on design for manufacturing, design for cost, production readiness, and APQP elements. The position provides technical leadership and oversight, optimizes manufacturing processes, and contributes to quality, cost, productivity, and time-to-market improvements. It reports to the Director of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and is based in Phoenix, Arizona, on a hybrid work schedule.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aeronautical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechatronics, or similar) from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the aerospace, defense, or automotive industries.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or related roles.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and NPI methodologies.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or a person with protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status, or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in engineering or a related field.
- Six Sigma certification.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead the ISC Engineering AME team for NPI programs, ensuring successful implementation of new products from proposal to full-rate production.
- Focus NPI implementation on design for manufacturing, design for cost, production readiness, and APQP elements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes and support efficient production.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, reduce costs, and increase productivity.
- Develop and implement strategies to streamline NPI processes and improve time-to-market.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to resolve manufacturing issues and ensure product quality.
Benefits
- Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) match.
- Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
- Employee assistance program and educational assistance.
- Parental leave and 12 paid holidays.
- Paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
