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Manager, Continuous Improvement

Huntsville, Alabama
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

L3Harris Technologies is looking for a Continuous Improvement Manager with broad knowledge of project management to drive and oversee complex projects or processes with general oversight - focusing on continuousimprovement initiatives. Communicates within and outside of own function to gain cooperation on operational processes, practices, and procedures. Driving improvements to systems and processes across the site to help the achievement of departmental goals and operating plans with direct impact on business results. 

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to manage large projects or processes that span across multiple functions, stakeholders, or departments

  • Act as a consultant by providing guidance or training to other employees

  • Communicates within and outside of own function or business, pulling teams together to collaborate and align on proposed solutions

  • Explains, interprets, and gains cooperation on procedures and practices

  • Work consists of making moderate to substantial improvement or enhancements to systems and processes to improve performance of job area

  • Opportunities for problem solving and innovation are complex and may require comprehensive gathering information, analysis and investigation to better understand the problem

  • Problems typically involve consideration of multiple issues, job areas or specialties

  • Problems are generally solved through creative solutions, drawing from prior experience and in-depth analysis of issues

  • Works to achieve operational targets with direct impact on the departmental results

  • Contributes to the development of goals for the department and planning efforts (budgets, operational plans, etc.). 

  • Ability to travel between L3Harris Huntsville locatons (geographically despersed).
  • Up to 15% business travel to L3Harris and customer locations. 

  • Ability to obtain US Secret Security clearance.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 9 years of relevant continuous improvement experience OR Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of relevant continuous improvement experience OR in lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of relevant continuous improvement experience.

  • 4+ years direct experience working in a continuous improvement role across a production/manufacturing area.

  • 2+ years APQP & Process Control Experience.

  • 2+ years project management experience. 

  • Six Sigma Green, Black or Master Belt Certification. 

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Composite manufacturing experience in the A&D industry. 

  • High volume manufacturing experience. 
  • Experience facilitating projects, workshops and coaching teams on CI for positive business outcomes. 
  • PMP Cerfitication. 

  • Lean Practicioner Certification.

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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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