Senior Operational Excellence

Elbit America • Roanoke, VA

15h

About The Position

The Senior Operational Excellence is responsible for leading cross-functional Night Vision initiatives focused on driving process improvement, operational efficiency, and business transformation across the organization. This role partners with business leaders and project teams to design, implement, and sustain Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies that support key strategic goals. The incumbent acts as a mentor and subject matter expert on advanced process improvement tools and techniques, ensuring measurable and sustainable results

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, operations management, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification required: Black Belt or equivalent experience highly desirable.
• 4-6 years of experience in operational excellence, process improvement, or quality management roles, preferably within the technology or manufacturing sectors.
• Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional projects and delivering measurable business results.
• Strong analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated experience with change management, project management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and influencing skills.

Nice To Haves

• PMP/PMI Certification or equivalent
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Tools, Excel; Power Point; Word

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute high-impact, complex process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other relevant methodologies.
• Facilitate the identification, analysis, and prioritization of improvement opportunities in collaboration with business stakeholders.
• Mentor and coach Green Belts, Black Belts, and project teams to build organizational capabilities in continuous improvement.
• Analyze operational data, perform advanced statistical analysis, and develop actionable insights to address root causes and drive performance improvements.
• Develop and deliver training on operational excellence tools, techniques, and best practices.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and report results to senior leadership.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by promoting best practices, encouraging innovation, and supporting change management initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies, regulations, and quality standards.
• Prepare and present clear and compelling communications to all levels of the organization, including executive leadership.

What This Job Offers

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