Director Operational Excellence

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Phoenix, AZ, USA
Hybrid
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Machine Learning • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
In an era of dynamic change, Aerospace is addressing the most complex challenges in space.
The Role
Leads site-wide deployment and continuous improvement of Honeywell Aerospace’s Operating System. Establishes operational roadmaps, coordinates improvement events, coaches leaders, drives Lean and Agile practices, and optimizes end-to-end supply chain processes across planning, procurement, production, distribution, and logistics. The role leads change management, productivity initiatives, employee qualification, cross-functional collaboration, and operational performance transformation across one or multiple sites.
Summary Generated by Built In

As an Aerospace Operating System (AOS) Site Leader here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will be a critical leader in the development and site-wide deployment for the Aerospace Operating System (AOS), driving the transformation of operational performance across the site or multi sites.

You will partner closely with Site Leader and AOS Global Operations Leader to establish the AOS roadmap, align strategic priorities, and enable scalable implementation across functions within the site including but not exclusive to planning, materials, sourcing, and quality.

As the key thought leader and change agent, this individual will coach leaders, drive method development and continuous improvement initiatives, and optimize end-to-end supply chain processes spanning procurement, planning, production, distribution, and logistics to support long-term growth, operational efficiency, and cultural transformation.
 

Responsibilities
  • Coordinates, prioritizes & organizes improvement events and AOS courses to create value for the unit
  • Manages or leads relevant, strategic & operational business challenges
  • Fosters a continuous improvement mindset with respective methods and tools 
  • Supports and/or orchestrates the Hoshin Kanri process for the site
  • Supports and/or orchestrates productivity generation activities 
  • Coaches peers & key managers inside the unit on the promotion & use of AOS 
  • Acts as a thought leader for an Agile & Lean mindset 
  • Advances AOS through sharing of success stories & recognition of stakeholders 
  • Orchestrates, coaches & leads AOS community & key enablers
  • Drives, motivates & manages AOS qualifications of employees 
  • Active member of the global, companywide AOS community 
  • Collaborate with the AOS office to execute the AOS strategy
  • Leads and execute change management across employee population
     
Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

  • At least 8 years of practical application of Lean Manufacturing and Operating Systems principles and tools
  • At least 8 years of project management experience gained through both strategic and tactic change projects
  • Experience influencing and communicating effectively with frontline employees, site leadership, and senior executives, including leading cross-functional initiatives and presenting business outcomes to leadership teams.
  • Ability to travel to other locations for training or project support (limited)

WE VALUE 

  • A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field. 
  • A Master of Business Administration is a plus
  • Experience in various areas of operations is strongly preferred, i.e. production, planning, procurement, logistics or similar
  • Successful track record in leading without formal authority 
  • Proven experiences in driving results & coaching teams/peers across departments
  • Experience in developing and sustaining networks / communities 
  • Leadership qualities & experience in motivating and developing diverse teams 
  • 8 Years of Practical experience facilitating improvement events 
  • Ability to Inspire & lead without authority 
  • Alignment to Honeywell Aerospace values, behaviors and principles, with experience and focus on customer outcomes, transformation, innovation, end-to-end ownership, and teamwork
  • Ability to be an active listener and empathetic
  • Experience convincing & pro-active change driver 
  • Passionate about learning Aerospace OS Core Methods and tools
  • Results & quality orientation 
  • Methodical & structured way of thinking 
  • High analytical capability

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

About us:
Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.

Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.

Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.
Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.


Benefits:
Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
  • Employee assistance program and educational assistance
  • Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
  • Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time

 
Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/ 


Posting Timeline
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space. We operate through three business areas: 

  • Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology on board 90% of the world's aircraft 
  • Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep those aircraft flying 
  • Control Systems supplies the thermal and motion control systems that support takeoff, landing and the safety of everyone on board

With approximately 58,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, we are also advancing systems for autonomous and supersonic platforms — bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com 


Skills Required

  • At least 8 years of practical application of Lean Manufacturing and Operating Systems principles and tools
  • At least 8 years of project management experience involving strategic and tactical change projects
  • Experience influencing and communicating with frontline employees, site leadership, and senior executives
  • Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and presenting business outcomes to leadership teams
  • Ability to travel to other locations for training or project support
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Experience in operations areas such as production, planning, procurement, or logistics
  • Track record of leading without formal authority
  • Experience driving results and coaching teams or peers across departments
  • Experience developing and sustaining professional networks or communities
  • Leadership experience motivating and developing diverse teams
  • At least 8 years of practical experience facilitating improvement events
  • U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or protected asylum or refugee status

The Aerospace Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Aerospace Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by The Aerospace Corporation.

  • Retirement Support The 401(k) plan provides a company‑paid contribution of 8–12% based on years of service with immediate eligibility and vesting, and eligible employees can access retiree medical benefits.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off includes 15 vacation days (rising to 20 after five years), nine paid holidays, and unlimited sick time for exempt employees with accruals for non‑exempt staff.
  • Flexible Benefits Flexible work models include a 9/80 schedule with alternating Fridays off, supported by backup care services, an EAP, relocation assistance, and home‑office stipends where applicable.

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The Company
HQ: Chantilly, VA
4,600 Employees
Year Founded: 1960

What We Do

The space enterprise has been transformed by rapid change and growth. New vehicles for national security space, a more rapid launch cadence, proliferated satellite constellations, the pursuit of interplanetary exploration, and thriving commercial ventures are changing the nature of the space industry. The Aerospace Corporation (Aerospace) is a leading architect for U.S. space programs, shaping efforts to outpace threats to our national security while cultivating the technologies needed to further this new era of space commercialization and exploration. Aerospace works across the space enterprise in service of the public interest. In addition to supporting the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community, our customers include NASA, NOAA, numerous federal agencies, and commercial space — all of whom benefit from our deep technical knowledge. We only pursue business related to the space mission and complementary fields, operating as the nation’s trusted partner to solve the toughest challenges and develop reliable and innovative technologies. Innovation in space occurs when people have the freedom to imagine and do. At Aerospace, we take pride in our readiness to solve some of the most complex challenges in the space enterprise.

Why Work With Us

We are a non-profit corporation chartered by the government to work on the hardest problems in space. We employ technical experts in every discipline of space-related science and engineering who touch every part of the US space program. Come join us as we make an impact bigger than ourselves.

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