Continuous Improvement Specialist

Continuous Improvement Specialist Group Aerospace Group N. America Division Fire Safety & Power Systems FPS Location USA Simi Valley, CA - Voyager

Job Family Manufacturing and Production Job Type Regular Posted Feb 19, 2026 Job ID 62354 Back to Search Results Job Description

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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people, with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow. Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parkers goal of addressing the worlds most pressing engineering challenges.

At Parker, our team members belong and make a difference. Parker Meggitt, a recent addition to Parker Hannifin, is a global leader in the Commercial and Military Aerospace markets, specializing in a wide range of products, including fire and smoke detection systems, extinguishing systems, bleed air overheat detection systems, actuators, rudder pedal assemblies, pumps, fuel gauging systems, and high-temperature cables. Located in Simi Valley, CA, this site is within the Fire Safety & Power Systems Division (FSPSD) and is a key supplier in select energy markets, particularly in nuclear gas analyzers and nuclear containment vessel penetration cables. We work directly with some of the largest aerospace companies in the world, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin, among others.

Continuous Improvement Specialist

The Continuous Improvement Specialists primary responsibility is for the development and deployment of the tools, methods, and processes that make up the Parker Lean system (PLS). Ability to lead and facilitate lean kaizen events to drive business performance improvement. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates and allocates the daily continuous improvement activities to meet company objectives
• Collects, analyzes, and reports product data and manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improvement
• Utilizes the teams knowledge to drive improvements and best practices
• Recommends solutions to complex problems and implements corrective actions
• Effectively applies improvement initiatives for all related activities in the facility
• Manages training and skills enhancement for all employees with respect to continuous improvement tools and techniques
• Provides technical expertise and implements lean principles, techniques, and methods

Education and Experience

• Education requirement: Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering preferred
• 3-5 years or more of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
• Ability to research and analyze data effectively
• Ability to gather data to compile information and prepare reports
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Presentation skills
• Ability to influence stakeholders
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Track record of building and maintaining customer/client relationships
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision to meet deadlines
• Strong prioritization skills
• Ability to visualize and plan objectives and goals strategically
• Supervisory skills, including delegation, training, and evaluating performance
• Team building skills
• Conflict management skills
• Decision making skills
• Demonstrated ability to provide cross-functional leadership
• Ability to develop strategic plans to grow the business
• Proficient in Project Management tools, i.e., MS Project or similar project tool
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices, procedures, and standards
• Policy and procedure development techniques
• Knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to federal and state tax codes
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers
• Knowledge of computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications
• Intermediate level knowledge of PC software applications and strong understanding of PC operating systems
• Knowledge of ERP Systems, i.e., SAP
• Expert technical knowledge of software applications, processes, products, and hardware architecture
• Knowledge of Windows Server components, including the registry, file systems, services, and system management tools

Work Authorization

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parkers policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $83,250 to $138,550 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program
• Benefit & Retirement Plans
• Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:
• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost
• 401k Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits, including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership, and financial planning assistance, are provided at no cost to you
• Supplemental benefit programs, including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness, are available at competitive rates
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons, regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other appropriate status is required for certain positions in accordance with U.S. import & export regulations.

Minority, Female, Disability, Veteran, VEVRAA Federal Contractor

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

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