PROCESS IMPROVEMENT ANALYST 4

U.S. Citizenship required. Full-time, 1st shift position. No relocation assistance or telework opportunities available. No travel requirements.

About the Company

HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia, with over 25,000 employees. As the sole designer, builder, and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines, NNS leads in advanced technology, manufacturing, and integration of naval ships. Our team includes skilled tradespeople, engineers, project managers, software developers, and technical experts collaborating at the forefront of defense technology.

Responsibilities

• Define, design, and implement continuous improvement programs integrated vertically and horizontally across the organization.
• Align improvement projects with business strategies.
• Analyze improvement programs and potential outcomes.
• Facilitate and coach improvement teams.
• Establish and maintain performance metrics to measure program success.
• Provide process excellence support for program governance, project reviews, communications, training, certifications, and rewards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and 10 years of relevant exempt experience; or Master’s Degree and 8 years of relevant professional experience.
• One of the following may substitute for a Bachelor’s Degree:
  • NNS Apprentice School graduate
  • Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
  • Associate’s Degree or other formal 2-year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience
  • Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience
  • High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience, or other relevant exempt experience
  • High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience, or other relevant non-exempt experience
• Six Sigma certification is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Core Facilitation Skills:
  • Planning and preparing events
  • Aligning team goals with organizational strategy
  • Employing facilitation best practices
  • Utilizing methodologies such as Process Mapping, Value Stream Mapping, and Root Cause Analysis
• Continuous Improvement Expertise:
  • Proficiency in Lean tools and DMAIC for structured problem-solving
  • Experience with Kaizen events (blitzes) to identify and implement real-time improvements
• Preferred Industry Experience:
  • Working with craftsmen and deckplate leadership teams
  • Collaboration with value stream teams and leadership
• Project Management & Communication:
  • Project management skills to coordinate timelines, resources, and deliverables for improvement initiatives
  • Strong communication skills to foster alignment and secure leadership support

Pay

Salary range: $108,000.00 to $137,000.00. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans
• On-site health centers and telemedicine options
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs
• Savings plan options (401K) with financial education and planning tools
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships

Why Join HII

HII builds the world’s most powerful and survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts, and business professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we prioritize safety, well-being, and a values-driven culture. We offer a supportive environment with competitive benefits and continuous career growth opportunities.