Honeywell Aerospace Technologies · 1 month ago
Operational Excellence Consultant (Director)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$186K/yr - $232K/yr
8+ years expHoneywell Aerospace is a global leader in mission critical aerospace and defense technologies, and they are seeking an Operational Excellence Consultant to drive the transformation of operational performance across the business. This role involves leading the development and deployment of the Aerospace Operating System (AOS), coaching leaders, and optimizing business processes to support long-term growth and operational efficiency.
AerospaceAutomotiveManufacturingNavigationProduct Design
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support & coach AOS Leaders to drive overall AOS roll-out of unit, set-up implementation roadmap and coordinate transition activities in the unit
Collaborate with the AOS Leader and align with the Head of Unit on their priorities and plans to achieve operational, financial, and strategic targets
Actively supports AOS Agile Action Plan(s) to deliver on Performance Improvement targets of units
Create impact through facilitation of training courses and Kaizen Improvement Events
Qualify & coach AOS Key Enablers on AOS Methods and the Lean Six Sigma mindset
Drives AOS Method development and improvement in a focus area of expertise, e.g. ISC, R&D or Commercial
Act as AOS thought leader for cultural change
Lead and manage strategic and tactical change projects, ensuring effective planning, execution, and delivery
Apply Lean Management–based business systems (such as DBS, HOS, and the Toyota Production System) to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence
Conduct process and management consulting to identify improvement opportunities and optimize business workflows
Communicate effectively across the organization, collaborating with stakeholders in both the local language and English
Lead Supply Chain Excellence Initiatives: Drive the end-to-end supply chain Honeywell Manufacturing Excellence Roadmap, executing initiatives related to demand planning, procurement, production planning, inventory management, and logistics optimization
Support Strategy Deployment: Collaborate with the site leadership team to deploy strategies effectively, establishing and coaching critical initiatives (A3’s), Tier accountability processes, and leading GEMBA walks to enhance structured problem-solving techniques
Digital Transformation and Innovation: Identify and oversee initiatives aimed at implementing digitalization, data analytics, and process optimization across all supply chains, driving efficiencies and best practices
Continuous Improvement Collaboration: Work alongside cross-functional teams to initiate and sustain continuous improvement initiatives, actively reducing waste while implementing innovative practices
Performance Monitoring: Monitor and analyze key supply chain performance metrics to pinpoint areas for improvement, reinforcing corrective actions where necessary
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies to maintain operational integrity and excellence
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 8 years of experience, with more than 4 years of leadership experience with Lean Manufacturing, Lean Business Systems, Consultancy or Operational Excellence
Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% for business needs
4 or more years of relevant leadership experience in Lean manufacturing, Lean supply chain, or strategic change projects
Master Practitioner level of competency in the fundamental Lean tools
Hands on experience in organizing and conducting Kaizen events and improvement workshops, coaching, and supporting change initiatives
Strong expertise in Lean manufacturing, with a proven track record of implementation and change management
Demonstrated people leadership experience in providing guidance, coaching, and mentoring direct and/or indirect reports
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach
Ability to inspire change & influence without authority
Results and quality orientation
Familiarity with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems and other relevant software solutions
Comprehensive knowledge of industry best practices, emerging trends, and technologies within supply chain management
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status
Preferred
A Bachelor's degree in Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field
Master's of Business Administration is preferred
Strong leadership qualities, capable of inspiring and uniting teams towards common goals
A proven history of driving operational excellence and delivering substantial results
The ability to effectively juggle multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines
Robust problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, with a strong focus on operational efficiencies
A continuous improvement mindset complemented by a genuine passion for driving positive change
Benefits
Employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
EAP
Educational Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave)
12 paid Holidays
Company
Honeywell Aerospace Technologies
Honeywell International Inc.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$16B2026-06-29IPO
2026-03-10Debt Financing· $16B
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