PROCESS IMPROVEMENT ANALYST 4

U.S. Citizenship required. Full-time, 1st shift position. No relocation assistance available. Not eligible for telework or travel.

About the Role

Defines, designs and implements continuous improvement programs to ensure programs are integrated vertically and horizontally across the organization. Defines improvement projects aligned with business strategies. Analyzes improvement programs and potential results. Facilitates and coaches improvement teams. Establishes and maintains performance metrics to measure program success. Installs process excellence supports for program governance, project reviews, communications, training, certifications and rewards. May have six-sigma certification.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of relevant exempt experience
• Master’s Degree and 8 years of relevant professional experience

One of the following may be used as equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree to meet minimum qualifications:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

About the Company

HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia and the sole designer, builder, and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers, as well as one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team includes skilled tradespeople, project managers, engineers, software developers, solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

Pay

Salary range: $108,000.00 to $137,000.00. The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. 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 tele-medicine
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs
• Savings plan options (401K) and financial education tools
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships

Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.