Job Description

Company Description

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ALTEN Ltd is looking for an experienced

Continuous Improvement Specialist

to join our expanding aerospace team in Derby. Working on high-impact programmes that drive operational excellence across manufacturing and maintenance environments, you'll lead initiatives that enhance

quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness

. This role is ideal for a forward-thinking engineer with a passion for

continuous improvement, Lean transformation, and process optimisation

within complex aerospace systems.

Location:

Derby

Employment Type:

Permanent, On-Site Presence Required

Security Clearance:

Must hold full right to work in the UK, potential to be BPSS cleared.


Key Responsibilities

Analyse

production, maintenance, and engineering processes

using

Lean tools, time studies, and root cause analysis

to identify and remove inefficiencies. Lead

cross-functional improvement projects

applying

Six Sigma, Lean, and DMAIC methodologies

to deliver measurable performance gains. Facilitate

Kaizen events

,

value stream mapping

, and

process reviews

to promote collaboration and problem-solving across departments. Develop and implement

standardised work

,

visual management systems

, and

5S

principles across manufacturing and MRO operations. Collaborate with

Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain

to embed process improvements into design and production lifecycles. Monitor and report

KPIs

, quantifying improvements in cost, cycle time, and quality performance. Support the deployment of

digital tools and automation

to streamline operations and enable

Industry 4.0

readiness. Ensure all improvement initiatives comply with

aerospace standards

such as

AS9100

,

EASA Part 145

, or

NADCAP

.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience Required:

Degree

in

Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering

, or any related discipline. Proven background in

process improvement

or

continuous improvement

within

aerospace or high-precision manufacturing

environments. Strong understanding of

Lean

and

Six Sigma

methodologies (

Green Belt or Black Belt preferred

). Familiarity with

AS9100

,

ISO 9001

, and

EASA/FAA regulations

. Proficiency in

data analysis tools

such as

Excel, Minitab, or Power BI

. Experience using

ERP/MES systems

such as

SAP, Oracle, or Siemens

. Excellent

communication

,

problem-solving

, and

project management

skills.

Desirable Skills & Competencies:

Certified

Six Sigma Black Belt

or

Lean Practitioner

. Prior experience with

aerospace OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers

. Knowledge of

digital manufacturing

,

Industry 4.0 tools

, or

automation systems

. Familiarity with

APQP

,

PFMEA

,

SPC

, and

Control Plans

.

Analytical Thinking

and data-driven decision-making.

Collaboration and Influence

across multidisciplinary teams. Strong

Attention to Detail

and quality focus. Effective

Change Management

and stakeholder engagement.

Results-Oriented

mindset with commitment to delivery. Passion for

Continuous Learning and Innovation

.

Additional Information

Why join us?

We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.


Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.


We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.


We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.


Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today!

In short you get:

A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries A competitive salary Private Medical Insurance Pension Scheme Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings * Flexible way of working (role dependent)