Jacobs · 4 months ago
Operations Excellence Engineer III
United States-Florida-Kennedy Space Center-20339-KSC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expJacobs is involved in launching people to the Moon and Mars, and they are seeking an Operations Excellence Engineer III to contribute to this mission. The role focuses on leading continuous improvement efforts through data analysis, driving decisions based on metrics, and ensuring sustainability of improvements through Key Performance Indicators.
Civil EngineeringConsultingCyber SecurityIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureProfessional ServicesReal Estate
Responsibilities
Interpret operational data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide periodic reports, identification of improvement areas and monitoring for sustainment of improvements across the organization
Required to direct cross-functional improvement teams and manage timelines and deliverables in a timely and organized manner
Define current conditions in processes, identify key drivers of inefficiency, and execute projects as required to enable successful transition to target condition
Supports and facilitates Lean workshops, kaizen events, and problem-solving activities to instill a culture of standardization and continuous improvement
Application of continuous improvement tools like 5S, Kaizen, and root cause analysis (Fishbone, 5 Whys, 8D, etc.)
Based on data analysis, provide inputs on data trends, recommended improvements, and opportunities to support initiatives for data integrity and normalization
Provide data to management to enable data-driven decisions for/on process improvements
Apply technical and working knowledge of business processes to multiple complex data sets to ensure data accuracy and consistency across organization
Training end-users on new reports and dashboards
Performing as an audit liaison, assisting in root cause analysis and corrective action assignments, oversight, and implementation/sustainment of these improvements
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or technical equivalent from an accredited institution
At least ten years of experience and/or an advanced degree
Excellent communication, presentation, and customer interface skills with a proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
Ability to coordinate multiple projects with multiple stakeholders and to deliver results within schedule
Experience developing training and teaching Continuous Improvement tools and methodologies
Previously held full-time Continuous Improvement or Industrial Engineering role
Experience leading Continuous Improvement projects and kaizens
Demonstrated track record of resourcefulness and success from previous assignments and working with interdisciplinary and cross-functional teams
Knowledge and experience in MS SharePoint, MS TEAMS and Power BI
Knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical packages for analyzing datasets (Excel, SPSS, SAS, etc.)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
Strong excel skills (consolidating and manipulating large data sets, large xls files)
Analytical thinking aiming to translate data into informative visuals as per management requirements
Experience in data preparation, visualization, and reporting
Understanding basic concepts around analytics, statistics
Capable of leading and performing complex assignments without direct management involvement
Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO9000 Quality Management System and/or related quality systems and programs
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if necessary
Must be able to travel to support position requirements
Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others
Must comply with all 'drug free workplace' requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions
Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating professionalism and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, employees, and management
Preferred
BS in Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or Statistics
Benefits
Child Development Center
Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks
Credit Union
Fitness Center
Barbershop
NASA Exchanges
Flexible Schedule and Telework
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
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