THE BUSINESS
Honeywell Aerospace is a leading provider of innovative aerospace products and services. Our products and solutions are found on virtually every commercial, defense, and space aircraft in the world. We are committed to delivering cutting-edge technologies that enhance the safety, efficiency, and performance of the aerospace industry. Our aerospace business unit encompasses a wide range of products and services, including aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless connectivity systems, mechanical components, and more. We are at the forefront of advancements in aviation technology, constantly pushing the boundaries to create healthier air travel, more fuel-efficient aircraft, and safer skies.
With our high-speed Wi-Fi offerings, we enable seamless connectivity for passengers and crew, enhancing the in-flight experience and enabling real-time data transmission. Our solutions also contribute to more direct and on-time flight arrivals, improving overall travel efficiency. In addition to our core products, we provide value-adding services such as maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) to ensure the continued reliability and performance of aerospace systems. Our facilities and expertise support the Federal government and agencies, further strengthening our position in the aerospace industry.
At Honeywell Aerospace, we are committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility. We strive to develop technologies that reduce emissions, improve fuel efficiency, and minimize the environmental impact of aviation. With revenues of $17.5 billion in 2025 and approximately 21,000 employees globally, we are a key player in the aerospace industry. Our dedicated team of professionals works tirelessly to introduce state-of-the-art technology solutions that drive efficiency, productivity, and safety in high-growth businesses.
THE POSITION
As an Aerospace Operating System Site Leader m/w/d 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.
KEY 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
- 8+ / 6+ years of practical application of Lean Manufacturing and Operating Systems principles and tools
- 8+ / 6+ years of project management experience gained through both strategic and tactic change projects
- Business fluent in local language and English
- 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)
- 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 (Director) 6 years (Sr. Manager) 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
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform
crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation, and diversity
Skills Required
- 6+ or 8+ years of practical application of Lean Manufacturing and Operating Systems principles and tools
- 6+ or 8+ years of project management experience across strategic and tactical change projects
- Business fluency in the local language and English
- 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
- Experience facilitating improvement events
- Experience with Aerospace Operating System core methods and tools
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
The Aerospace Corporation Insights
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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