General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Cabin is the world's No. 1 in aircraft interiors. Safran Cabin provides innovative, smart and sustainable cabin interiors, as well as advanced water and waste management systems.

Here, you will develop your skills and grow within a community of experts who enrich your experience every day.
Here, collaboration connects our teams across the globe.
Did you know? We have probably already flown together!
Would you like to join us? Learn more about Safran Cabin here.
(Hyperlink: https://www.safran-group.com/en/companies/safran-cabin)
  

Reference number

2026-190057  

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Continuous improvement - Performance improvment management

Job Family

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT / PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT MANAGEMENT

Job title

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.

Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Continuous Improvement Engineer you'll play a pivotal part on our Quality team. This position is a Continuous Improvement professional role, who applies Lean Manufacturing activities to improve our operations regarding with process efficiency, quality, productivity and savings.

This professional works actively on Kaizen events/One Safran wave give support in operations and promote lean culture in the company, also with the use of lean tools helps the organization to development or deploy 5S's program, participative innovation and Layout changes; Maintains a continuous learning environment with production and support functions.

This position contributes to our vision by:
• Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture.
• Supports the site's projects roadmap implementation aligned with Hoshin Plan
• Plans and leads basic Lean Sigma projects (Kaizen Events/ One Safran)
• Participates in the implementation of advance lean Methodologies (VSM, SMED, TPM & DMAIC)
• Develop process mapping to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement trough business
• Support development of Lean six sigma methodologies by eliminating production wastes
• Sustains the QRQC program. Evaluates business metrics accuracy
• Promote and uses problem-solving methodologies (Analytical, and negotiation skills), develop innovative solutions and pursue Quality Improvements
• Assists with workstation design, Standard Work, line balancing, and layout improvements.
• Assists and pursue the deployment and sustainment of 5S's methodology.
• Support timely internal follow up reports (CI progress or management meetings)
• Serves as instructor for basic courses that teaches personnel how to assess, identify and improve their own needs and opportunities.
• Fosters the Lean Sigma culture within the organization.
• Sustains, drives, and promotes the Employee Suggestion Program.
• Keeps focus in Best Practices sharing and implementation.
• Prepare presentations to review status of projects as appropriate
• Regular, predictable attendance is required
• Other duties could be assigned

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Safran Cabin is #1 worldwide for aircraft interiors.

Here, you will build your skills and grow with a community of experts to enrich yourself every day.
Here, collaboration is embodied within the diversity of our teams all around the world.
Here, we're cutting our emissions, not your ambitions.

Together, let's shape the sustainable future of aeronautics. Learn more about Safran Cabin!

Why join us?

US EEO statements:
At Safran Cabin, we provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Cabin TA:
• Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products/services and more!

The expected salary range for this position is between $70,310 - $101,090 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and other factors permitted by law.

Candidate skills & requirements

Qualifications:
Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six-Sigma methodologies training.
Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing processes, a must.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Continuous Improvement, preferred.
• Experience in Aerospace or a related industry is desired.
Knowledge:
• Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies- Basic
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing – Basic
• Excellent comunication skills, verbal and written, with internal and external customers.
• Capable of managing large amounts of data and multiple tasks.
• Ability to build strategic working relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Strong ability to analyze various options to determine best solution for the organization.
• Self-starter who can thrive in a dynamic team environment and produce results with minimal management guidance.

Computer Skills:
• Strong proficiency in the use of common software packages including MS Office suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, PowerPoint and Visio.
• Capable of managing large amounts of data and tasks.
• Competency in performing data analysis through data business analytics services (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
• Minitab and autocad skills.

Other Skills:
• Problem solving skills - ability to analyze a problem and determine if driven by design, supplier or other factors in a timely fashion
• Capacity to operate in a pluri-disciplinary, inter-cultural and international environment
• Qualities in interpersonal relationship and in kindly challenging the organizations
• Must have excellent technical writing, oral communication, and presentation skills
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Capacity to do benchmarking

This job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

Annual salary

$70,310 - $101,090 USD

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, California

City (-ies)

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

First experience

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

No

Requesting party

Number of position(s)

1