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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

About your next challenge as Continuous Improvement Specialist:

The Continuous Improvement Specialist will work across all functional disciplines of the organization; focusing on transformational business improvements, continually enhancing our improvement tool set and methodologies. The ideal candidate is passionate about leading change, driving results, and promoting a culture of improvement.

What you will do:

• Work closely with functional leaders and actively lead, Design /Develop, Resolve team issues, coach and guide cross-functional project teams in the application of Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies;
• Serve as a technical resource for improvement teams, i.e.  Provide support by analyzing data, change management, Project management and project implementation, lead CI events (Kaizens, brainstorming etc...);
• Contribute to building a culture of continuous improvement;
• Provide hands-on team guidance, support, and coaching to all roles and functions, to advance CI maturity at a sustainable pace;
• Provide CI  trainings;
• Use project management techniques to prepare, manage and support project plans. Conduct phase gate reviews to ensure teams are successful in their project execution;
• Work with project teams to reduce implementation risks and ensure proper monitoring and controls mechanisms are in place before project closure;
• Capture and manage improvement results derived from Lean initiatives, Ensure CI program meet the objectives set;
• Support peer-to-peer learning and best practice sharing.

Required Skills and Experiences:

• Engineering Degree or equivalent;
• Lean expert or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt Certification an asset;
• 5+ years’ experience in CI;
• Experienced in working with cross-organizational teams;
• This position requires a self-starter with an engaging style; solid influencing and facilitation skills who will develop relationships and build on a collaborative work environment;
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving and ability to train on methodology;
• Demonstrated working knowledge with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies;
• Planning and time management;
• Develop and continuously improve development practices based on industry best practices and internal teams’ experience and learning;
• Ability to work effectively and facilitate functional teams of all levels;
• Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication in French and English and organizational skills;
• Action oriented and ability to make decisions.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance;
• Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation. 

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.