Continuous improvement Intern

Continuous improvement Intern

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense is an international company with more than 19,000 employees who bring together expertise and team spirit to design high-technology solutions for the aerospace, defense and space sectors. By combining human and technological intelligence, the company develops products and services for both civil and military customers, operating on land, at sea, in the air and in space.

Reference number

2026-192468

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Continuous improvement - Performance improvment management

Job title

Continuous improvement Intern

Employment type

Internship / Student

Contract period

3-6 months

Professional category

Student

Part time / Full time

Part-time

Job description

This position will assist the Safran+ Continuous Improvement team with strategic global projects and fine tune

processes to help further the Safran Electrical & Power company vision, mission and guiding principles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• 5S deployment and sustainability;

• Creates sequential production cells;

• Supports Accelerated Improvement Workshops;

• Conducts and coordinates monthly audits to our lean production system;

• Investigates and documents process best practices to be shared across the shop;

• Makes sure the continuous improvement initiative are 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.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The

requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note for level:

• Basic: Incumbent is able to use their knowledge/skill with support by more experienced individuals.

• Advanced: Incumbent is able to independently use their knowledge/skill.

• Expert: Incumbent is able to train others on their knowledge/skill.

Education and/or Experience:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, prefers a field of study in Industrial Engineering

• Minimum Junior year or with equivalent credits

• Needs to qualify to work under ITAR regulations

• Prefer knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma

• Prefer experience with project management and/or time studies.

Candidate skills & requirements

Knowledge/Skills

• Must be able to work 30 hours per week, Monday – Friday

• Proficient with Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Power Point – Beginner

• Analytical, self-starter, proactive, with excellent communication skills – Beginner

• Knowledgeable in Lean Manufacturing – Beginner

• Knowledgeable in Six Sigma – Beginner

• Ability to design, model, and fabricate prototypes using CAD software and 3D printing equipment –

Beginner

• Ability to relay information both verbally and in writing – Beginner

• Ability to complete projects with little supervision – Beginner

• Good interpersonal skills – Beginner

• Positive attitude and sense of urgency in completing projects and tasks on time – Advanced

• Ability to work in a team environment – Advanced

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• N/A

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift up to 25lbs on occasion (prolonged standing, sitting and walking). Frequent bending,

stooping and stretching.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while

performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals

with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The work environment is an office setting with moderate office noise.

Annual salary

Based on market rate

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, Texas

City (-ies)

Grand Prairie, TX 75052

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

First experience

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

Yes