Experienced Lean Practitioner

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing’s Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Manufacturing, Safety & Quality --- Manufacturing Excellence team is looking to add an experienced Lean Practitioner (Level 4). The successful candidate will be a Lean+ / Operational Excellence expert to support One Boeing Production System implementation and maturity, and work collaboratively with BDS Plant manufacturing teams to drive Cost of Function project execution.

This person will be responsible for working in partnership with BDS program / plant manufacturing teams and fabrication Centers of Excellence, along with other stakeholders throughout the enterprise, to drive the integration of Lean+ / Operational Excellence best practices to enable world-class manufacturing system performance and efficiency. 

The successful candidate will be expected to apply an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach with internal and external partners and leverage his/her knowledge of manufacturing processes, Lean Six Sigma, safety, quality, productivity, and affordability to shape the planning, development, and execution of Lean+ manufacturing solutions to satisfy program and fabrication needs.

Position Responsibilities:

• Instructs others in continuous improvement tools and principles.
• Develops and updates instructional materials.
• Mentors future instructors and less experienced practitioners.
• Works with internal or external customers.
• Leads and facilitates complex process improvement efforts.
• Identifies risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Creates enhancements to existing improvement tools.
• Supports the development and deployment of new tools.
• Supports business acquisition.
• Participates in the evaluation process.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Business, or related field of study.
• Minimum 4 years’ of experience implementing Lean continuous improvement processes.
• Minimum 4 years’ of experience analyzing data, identifying opportunities and making recommendations for value stream improvements that resulted in improved business position through culture transformation.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in project management, and a track record of executing high-impact cost reduction and affordability projects.
• Demonstrated experience planning and facilitating Lean+ workshops (e.g., AIW / 3P / Kaizen / Voice of Customer)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• MBA, Master’s degree in Change Management, or Organizational Development.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification.
• Lean Manufacturing experience in an automotive or aerospace industry.
• Experience and working knowledge of employee involvement and employee engagement strategies.
• Experience in rapid plant turnaround environments, including opportunity identification.
• Business case development, stakeholder alignment, benefits capture, institutionalization, and continuous improvements.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. 

Total Rewards:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.  

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $100,300 - $135,700 USD

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 28, 2025

Language Requirements

English Preferred

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.