Continuous Improvement Engineer Senior; Level 3
Listed on 2026-07-02
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Engineering
Quality Engineering, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Process Engineer
Continuous Improvement Engineer Senior (Level
3) | Lockheed Martin
Your Impact:
You will be the Continuous Improvement Engineer Senior (Level
3) for the Production Excellence team which is responsible for enhancing producibility, product quality, and process optimization across engineering disciplines. What You Will Be Doing:
As the Continuous Improvement Engineer Senior (Level
3) you will be responsible for applying Lean Six Sigma techniques, analyzing operational workflows, driving cost‑reduction studies, leading Kaizen events and training, and supporting facility and equipment planning. Your responsibilities will include:
- Apply Lean Six Sigma (LSS) tools to improve production performance and operational efficiency.
- Analyze sequences of operations, workflow, and equipment layouts to optimize plant utilization and reduce cycle times.
- Conduct cost‑control and process‑optimization studies, and implement modification plans based on findings.
- Lead multi‑day Kaizen events, provide continuous‑improvement training, and facilitate A3 problem‑solving teams.
- Support facility and equipment design, modification, and mistake‑proofing initiatives in partnership with facilities engineers.
What's In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus
-if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Who You Are:
You are a results‑driven professional with strong analytical and facilitation skills, a collaborative mindset, and deep expertise in Lean Six Sigma. Your passion for coaching and leadership development helps teams achieve measurable improvements in production and operational processes.
Further Information About This Opportunity: MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate MUST BE ABLE TO obtain a secret clearance. This position is in Marietta, GA Discover Marietta.
Desired skills:
- LSS Black Belt certification
- Project Manager certification
- 5+ years of Experience with Data analysis software (MS excel, Minitab, Tableau, Matlab, etc...)
- Masters Degree
- Experience facilitating Kaizen events
Ability to work remotely:
Onsite Full-time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Security Clearance:
Secret
LMCareers Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Department: 205300:
MA Continuous Improvement
Job Class:
Miscellaneous Engineering
Job Category:
Experienced Professional
City, State:
Marietta-GA
Zip: 30063
Relocation/Housing Stipend Available:
Possible
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility.
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the…
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