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Specialist, Continuous Improvement

Londonderry, New Hampshire
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

The Continuous Improvement Senior Specialist is responsible for leading and supporting initiatives that drive operational excellence, efficiency, and quality across the organization. This role partners with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, implement process improvements, and foster a culture of continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.

Essential Functions:

  • Lead or facilitate process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies.
  • Analyze physical and business processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend solutions to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve quality.
  • Collect and interpret data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities.
  • Develop and deliver training on continuous improvement tools and best practices to employees at all levels.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scopes, objectives, and deliverables.
  • Track and report on project progress, benefits realization, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Support the development and implementation of standard ways of working, Standard Work and best practices.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement by engaging employees and encouraging idea generation.
  • Mentor and coach junior team members and project participants.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience, or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
  • Preference given to degrees in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field
  • Proven track record of leading successful process improvement projects.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab, Power BI) and process mapping software (e.g., Visio).
  • Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, defense, or electro-mechanical industries is a plus.
  • Results-oriented and proactive
  • Change management expertise
  • Strong business acumen
  • Ability to influence and drive change across multiple levels of the organization
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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