Honeywell

Director Operational Excellence

Honeywell$125K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in Lean Manufacturing and Operating Systems principles and tools
  • 8+ years of project management experience in strategic and tactical change initiatives
  • Strong influencing and communication skills with employees and executives
  • Ability to travel for training or project support.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and organize AOS improvement events and training courses
  • Lead strategic and operational business challenges
  • Promote a continuous improvement mindset using relevant methods and tools
  • Support Hoshin Kanri process for site alignment
  • Drive productivity activities and manage AOS qualifications of employees
  • Coach managers and peers on AOS implementation
  • Act as a thought leader for Agile and Lean methodologies

Benefits

  • Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) match and health savings accounts
  • Employee assistance and educational assistance programs
  • Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
  • Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave
Full Job Description
Job Description

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.

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

About Honeywell

Honeywell Aerospace is an American company that manufactures aircraft engines, avionics, auxiliary power units (APUs), and other aviation products. The company’s product portfolio includes space equipment, turbine engines, auxiliary power units, brakes, wheels, synthetic vision, runway safety systems and other avionics. President Barack Obama awarded a Honeywell employee the National Medal of Technology for his contributions to air flight safety technology. The company also owns a number of patents related to NextGen technology, aircraft windshields, turbochargers, and more. Honeywell Aerospace was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.

Honeywell Careers

Joining Honeywell offers more than just job opportunities; it's a chance to grow with a company known for leadership in innovation and diversity. As a global leader, Honeywell is where your professional journey can reach new heights through a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

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Net Income
$4.7 billion
Founded
1906
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