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 Aircraft Engines designs, manufactures and markets, either independently or in partnership, civil and military aircraft engines delivering the highest levels of performance, reliability and environmental responsibility. Through CFM International*, the company is notably the world leader in propulsion systems for short- and medium-haul commercial aircraft.

*CFM International is a 50/50 joint venture between Safran Aircraft Engines and GE Aerospace.  

Reference number

2026-181352  

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Continuous improvement - Performance improvment management

Job title

Continuous Improvement Specialist M/F

Employment type

Permanent

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

• Lead end to end deployment of Lean methodologies across shop floor operations
• Drive TAT reduction initiatives across production and support functions through process optimization and bottleneck elimination
• Implement Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen, 5S, SMED, TPM, and Root Cause Analysis
• Conduct detailed time studies, capacity analysis, and line balancing to improve flow and reduce cycle time
• Identify and eliminate waste (Muda) to improve throughput and reduce lead time
• Facilitate Kaizen events and ensure sustainment of improvements with measurable impact
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, Planning, Training and Supply Chain teams for cross-functional improvements
• Define, track, and improve KPIs such as TAT, OEE, Productivity, WIP, and Yield
• Lead problem-solving using structured methodologies (RCA, A3, 5 Why, Fishbone)
• Design and drive visual management systems and standard work practices across shopfloor
• Mentor and train teams on Lean and Six Sigma principles
• Support digital CI initiatives (Power BI dashboards, data analytics for decision-making)
• Conduct regular Gemba walks and CI governance reviews with leadership

Candidate skills & requirements

- Strong hands-on experience in Lean deployment.
- Proven track record of TAT reduction and throughput improvement
- Deep understanding of VSM, Kaizen, 5S, TPM tools and other Lean philosophies.
- Proficiency in structured problem-solving methodologies (A3, 8D, RCA)
- Data-driven mindset with strong Excel skills; Power BI preferred
- Ability to influence/negotiate with cross-functional stakeholders

Job location

Job location

Asia, India

City (-ies)

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 8 years

Requesting party

Number of position(s)

1