Process Improvement Analyst 3

HII

. Define, design, and implement continuous improvement programs integrated vertically and horizontally across the organization .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $107,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in defining and implementing continuous improvement programs, utilizing Lean tools and DMAIC methodologies to drive organizational success. Strong facilitation and project management skills are essential for aligning team goals with business strategies and fostering collaboration across leadership teams.

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Lean Tools ProficiencyDMAIC MethodologyProcess MappingValue Stream MappingProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Continuous Improvement ProgramsPerformance MetricsRoot Cause AnalysisKaizen EventsFacilitation Skills

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Six Sigma Certification

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingShipbuildingMilitary ExperienceExempt ExperienceNavy Nuclear Power School

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define, design, and implement continuous improvement programs integrated vertically and horizontally across the organization
Define improvement projects aligned with business strategies
Analyze improvement programs and potential results
Facilitate and coach improvement teams
Establish and maintain performance metrics to measure program success
Install process excellence supports for program governance, project reviews, communications, training, certifications, and rewards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of relevant exempt experience; Master's Degree and 4 years of relevant professional experience
U.S. Citizenship required
One of the following may be used as equivalent to Bachelor's Degree: NNS Apprentice School graduate; Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate; Associate's Degree or other formal 2 year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience; Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience; High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant exempt experience; High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience
Core facilitation skills, including planning and preparing events, aligning team goals with organizational strategy, employing facilitation best practices, and utilizing Process Mapping, Value Stream Mapping, and Root Cause Analysis
Proficiency in Lean tools and DMAIC for structured problem-solving
Experience with Kaizen events (blitzes)
Experience working with craftsmen and deckplate leadership teams
Collaboration with value stream teams and leadership
Project management skills to coordinate timelines, resources, and deliverables
Strong communication skills to foster alignment and secure leadership support
May have six-sigma certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices
On-site health centers
Tele-medicine
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings plan options (401K)
Financial education and planning tools
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Supportive and welcoming environment
Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth
No relocation assistance available