Black Belt **Job details** **General information** **Entity** Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair. The company has partnerships with more than 25 airframers in civil, regional, commercial and military transport, supporting more than 35,000 aircraft and making over 100,000 landings every day **Reference number** 2025-168030 **Job details** **Domain** Production **Job field / Job profile** Continuous improvement - Improvement and/or transformation project management - BB/MBB **Job Family** IMPROVEMENT AND/OR TRANSFORMATION PROJECT MANAGEMENT – BB/MBB **Job title** Black Belt **Employment type** Fixed Term contract **Contract period** 3 **Part time / Full time** Full-time **Job description** Job Responsibilities Role Purpose: • Lead cross-functional improvement and transformation projects as a full-time Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, strengthening employee engagement and ownership in continuous improvement. • Deploy the ONE SAFRAN way and QRQC practices to improve industrial maturity, operational performance, and problem-solving capability. Key Responsibilities 1. Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence • Lead and execute improvement projects such as DMAIC, Kaizen, Problem Solving Workshops, and Business Process Reengineering to enhance operational performance. • Act as a strategic improvement partner to operational teams, ensuring effective implementation and sustainability of improvement actions. • Drive cost reduction, efficiency improvement, and process optimization in alignment with business objectives. 2. Coaching & Culture Development • Coach and mentor Lean Six Sigma Green Belts and cross-functional improvement teams. • Promote and support ONE SAFRAN, QRQC and Lean principles to strengthen continuous improvement culture. • Identify, document, and share best practices, methodologies, and tools to enhance organizational learning and process standardization. 3. Data Analysis & Methodology Application • Perform in-depth data analysis to identify performance gaps, validate hypotheses, and support decision-making. • Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies (e.g., RCA, Gauge R&R, Hypothesis Testing, DOE, TOC) for structured problem-solving and improvement validation. • Ensure the appropriate and effective use of Lean and analytical approaches across departments. 4. Digitalization & Innovation • Lead or support innovation and digital transformation projects within the Manufacturing/Lean 4.0 framework. • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align and execute digital and improvement programs effectively **Candidate skills & requirements** Education • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field (e.g., Mechanical, Industrial Engineering). • Master's degree preferred. Experience • Experience in operational or manufacturing-related roles, preferably in the aerospace or high-end manufacturing industry. • Demonstrated experience in leading improvement, transformation, or change management projects. • Familiar with industrial maturity assessment and improvement deployment. • Proven track record in innovation, efficiency / flow / lead time improvement, and cost reduction programs. • Implementation of Lean 4.0 / Manufacturing 4.0 practices and shopfloor Lean deployment (e.g., 5S, visual management, JIT, TOC, Line Balance). Professional Knowledge / Technical Skills • Expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies; Certified Black Belt from a recognized organization or multinational company (proof of certification required). • Proficient in structured problem-solving tools (RCA, FMEA, DOE, MSA, Hypothesis Testing, etc.). • High data literacy, able to analyze, interpret, and present insights clearly. • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook); experience with Power BI is an advantage. Soft Skills • Open-minded, collaborative, and able to work effectively across functions and levels. • Strong leadership, coaching, and influencing skills. • Customer- and results-oriented mindset. • Clear logical thinking, strong communication skills. • Hands-on, shopfloor-oriented, proactive working attitude. Language • Fluent in oral and written English **Job location** **Job location** Asia, China, Jiangsu **City (-ies)** Suzhou **Applicant criteria** **Minimum education level achieved** Bachelor's Degree **Minimum experience level required** More than 3 years **Lean Sigma Certification** Black Belt