Continuous Improvement Intern

Job description

Continuous Improvement Intern

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 Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.

Reference number

2025-165884

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Continuous improvement - Improvement and/or transformation project management - BB/MBB

Job title

Continuous Improvement Intern

Employment type

Internship / Student

Contract period

6 months

Professional category

Student

Part time / Full time

Part-time

Job description

HERE WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse

perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2025 World's Best Companies list (#52 on the full list). In the role of Continuous Improvement Intern you'll play a pivotal part in problem resolution.

You'll have the opportunity to act as a subject matter specialist in using Lean or Six Sigma principles to optimize existing processes to ensure production of cost effective and quality products.

Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, “We did that”.

This position contributes to our vision by the following activities:

 5S deployment and sustainability;

 Creation of sequential production cells;

 Support Accelerated Improvement Workshops;

 Conduct and coordinate monthly audits to our lean production system;

 Investigate and document process best practices to be shared across the shop;

 Make sure the continuous improvement initiative is deployed throughout the company according to plans and expectations;

 Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture;

 Regular, predictable attendance is required;

 Other duties may be assigned.

Candidate skills & requirements

Safran Electrical & Power looks for service-oriented team players with strong interpersonal skills, the right attitude and adaptability to an innovative and evolving environment.

 Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Basic

 Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities. - Basic

 Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel. - Basic

 Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. - Basic

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:

• Team oriented

• Process focused

• Open & honest communication

• Quality minded

• Ability to persevere and honor commitments

• Recognizes success

• Executes with urgency

• Creates solutions

• Customer focused in everything we do

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical & Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail jillian.enderby@safrangroup.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Candidates for positions with Safran Electrical & Power must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

Annual salary

$20/hr

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Texas

City (-ies)

Safran Electrical and Power, 3790 Russell, Newman Blvd 76208 Denton (TX)

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

Minimum experience level required

First experience

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

Yes