APEX Continuous Improvement Engineer

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience
• May have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline
• Leverage Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
• Prior work in a production environment
• Demonstrated past experience in project management and leading teams
• Prior experience developing project business cases

Job Description

At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, we're building the most advanced and reliable rotorcraft in the world. Our mission is to deliver next-generation helicopters that meet the evolving demands of our customers — faster, more cost-effective, and with the highest quality possible.

Within our Production Operations APEX (Achieving Performance Excellence) office, we're leading the charge in driving transformational change across all our sites and product centers using Lean, Six Sigma, and business process management tools.

THE WORK

As a Continuous Improvement Engineer in the Production Operations APEX office, you’ll be a key catalyst for change, partnering with teams across Operations to identify and implement impactful business improvements. Your role will include:

• Leading and supporting continuous improvement projects across all areas of Operations
• Applying Lean, Six Sigma, and Industrial Engineering techniques to reduce waste and enhance processes
• Serving as a business partner to Performance Management Teams (PMTs), guiding them in problem solving, conflict resolution, and alignment with key performance goals
• Defining project scopes, measuring ROI, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and tracking key metrics
• Motivating and influencing cross-functional teams to drive a culture of excellence
• Supporting communication and change management strategies to ensure project success and long-term sustainability
• Participating in and sometimes leading special initiatives that require a strong foundation in project management and continuous improvement methodologies

Who We Are

Sikorsky has been shaping the future of aviation for over a century. As the premier manufacturer of military and commercial rotorcraft, we’re proud to support those who serve and protect our communities every day. Backed by the strength of Lockheed Martin, we combine deep industry expertise with a forward-thinking mindset to push the boundaries of innovation in aerospace and defense.

Who You Are

You’re a passionate, results-driven professional with a talent for seeing the big picture and the small details. You’re energized by identifying inefficiencies and leading efforts to eliminate them — all while building strong partnerships and influencing change across an organization.

• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma (preferably certified), and/or Industrial Engineering
• Strong communication, facilitation, and team leadership skills
• Proven project management experience with a track record of driving measurable results
• The ability to motivate others, resolve conflict, and align stakeholders toward a shared vision
• A continuous improvement mindset with a desire to make a tangible impact across the business

Desired Skills

• Demonstrates ability to pull data from various sources, interpret, and develop actionable insights
• Past experience collaborating cross-functionally and working in a team environment
• Strong communication, presentation, and leadership skills
• Certified in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Leverage Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
• Previous knowledge of LM APEX and initiatives and/or Sikorsky Production System
• Experience working with a represented work force
• Understanding of Cost Account Manager (CAM) principles and Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Prior work experience in a continuous improvement role

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.

Ability to work remotely
Onsite
Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.