Continuous Improvement (CORE) Lead (HYBRID/REMOTE)

Date Posted:

2024-10-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

UTCT1: Corp - CT - Remote Remote Location, Remote City, CT, 06101 USA

Position Role Type:

Remote

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.   

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed. 

The following position is to join our RTX Enterprise Services Team:

RTX has an opening for a Continuous Improvement (CORE) Lead (Sr. Manager, Business Systems and Transformation) to join the Enterprise Data Services (EDX) team and drive continuous improvement.  Hybrid/Remote Opportunity (Farmington CT/Brooklyn NY Offices).

This position will report into EDX’s Senior Director, Business and Program Management.  

The EDX Continuous Improvement (CORE) Lead Responsibilities:

• Managing complex partnerships and driving improvements to EDX key processes and services.
• Utilizing continuous improvement expertise and leadership skills to drive process improvements and resolve issues.
• Lead project management of multiple integrated and interdependent efforts.
• Partner to deploy and implement the CORE operating system for EDX.
• Interact closely and be responsible for communicating with various levels of leadership to deliver results.

What You Will Do:

• Drives implementation of RTX continuous improvement strategy (CORE) to accelerate results.
• Resolves critical, high-visibility problems to deliver service maturity improvements.
• Leverages continuous improvement methods and tools to reduce waste, optimize workflows to increase productivity and define standard work.
• Drives defined standard work processes across teams and overall EDX organization.
• Improves overall flow of people, process, and/or technology throughout services and key processes.
• Leads and manages delivery of multiple improvement initiatives that drive progress on EDX goals & KPIs.
• Supports and drives cross RTX CORE goals and outcomes, driving organizational alignment and improving operational excellence.
• Travel up to 30%.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically a minimum of 10+ years’ experience in the continuous improvement and strategy arena and a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or related discipline or equivalent combination of related work experience and schooling in lieu of degree; Advanced degree and 7+ years’ experience and related work experience.
• 7+ years' experience in Project and/or program management experience/expertise.
• 3+ years' Continuous Improvement Expertise (either Six Sigma Lean, CORE Professional, or equivalent certification).
• Current U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer: 

• Experience with Agile product & software development. 
• Experience applying lean/Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement methods to technology organizations.
• CORE Expert, Expert in Training, or equivalent certification.
• Ability to interface directly with senior leadership to positively influence and lead culture change.
• Previous experience with data, AI organization.

What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

The salary range for this role is 118,000 USD - 246,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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