Industrial Engineer​/CORE Continuous Improvement Lead; Onsite

Position: Industrial Engineer/CORE Continuous Improvement Lead (Onsite)
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US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6

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United States of America Time Type:
Full time

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Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

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None/Not Required

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Not Required At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do As a Continuous Improvement CORE Lead/Industrial Engineer, you will play a critical role in driving operational excellence and efficiency across manufacturing operations. Leveraging Lean methodologies and Industrial Engineering principles, you will lead initiatives to improve productivity, cost, and quality while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Serve as the site owner for CORE deployment, sustainment, and maturity.

Connect CI/Lean activities to the long-term operational goals of the site.

Ensure CORE tools are integrated into daily operations and not treated as side projects.

Identify improvement opportunities by analyzing performance data, understanding operational gaps, and anticipating future needs.

Recommend impactful engagements that directly support underperforming KPIs or emerging risks.

Build a clear roadmap of initiatives aligned with site strategy, resource constraints, and investment priorities.

Move beyond reactive project selection and demonstrate proactive, forward-looking planning.

Coach leaders and teams on CORE tools, problem-solving techniques, and standard work.

Facilitate CORE engagements, including governance reviews, metrics tracking, and escalation processes.

Apply Industrial Engineering and Lean methods to enhance schedule performance, productivity, cost, and first-time quality.

Lead structured improvement initiatives using tools such as A3, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and standard work.

Identify systemic constraints and eliminate non-value-added activities.

Conduct machine, labor, and process capacity analysis to support demand changes, new product introductions, and ramp scenarios.

Develop capacity models and identify bottlenecks, implementing mitigation plans.

Define optimal process flows and sequences of operations.

Create and maintain Standard Work documentation, ensuring adherence through audits and coaching.

Design and recommend facility layouts to optimize flow, safety, and cost.

Lead justification efforts for capital investments tied to throughput, cost, or quality improvements.

Identify and integrate new technologies, including automation, digital tools, and analytics.

Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Degree in Industrial Engineering.

Certification in Lean manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologies (e.g., CORE, Six Sigma, LEAN).Experience managing continuous improvement initiatives with tangible results

Qualifications We Prefer Experience in the aerospace industry.

Six Sigma certification.

What We Offer Some of our competitive benefits package includes:  Medical, dental, and vision insurance  Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees  Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option  Tuition reimbursement program Student Loan Repayment Program  Life insurance and disability coverage  Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical…