Job Description:

Location: Orlando, United States of America

Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.

When you rely on airlines to connect you in flight, you rely on Thales. In an increasingly fast paced world, we make the unpredictable, predictable by connecting and entertain passengers to make your life better. Combining a diversity of talents, we master the decisive moments that matter to passengers and airlines. Whatever it takes.

Lean Coach/Business Processes

Orlando, Florida, USA (Onsite)

Position Summary

Thales is looking for a Lean Coach in Orlando, FL. In this role you will bring Lean expertise to the different functions in Operations to deliver premium services to our customers (Quality, Costs, Turnaround Time). You’ll have the opportunity to be part of global transformation initiatives in an international and multicultural environment. While working closely with the Thales Group Lean network, you’ll support organizational changes, operational improvement and digitalization of our key processes from suppliers to customers. This role will focus on defining, implementing and maintaining business processes to meet business objectives as well as analyzing and identifying opportunities for business process improvements.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Define the Lean methodologies for the Orlando Repair Site in collaboration with Shop, Supply Chain and Process Engineering to support and achieve Performance objectives.




• Assess Lean maturity and lead accordingly the deployment of Lean practices to support transformation with Orlando Executives, Middle management and team members.




• Animate, coordinate and lead the improvement initiatives for Orlando Repair Site to include Facility implantation, Level Pulled Flow, Andon, Dojo, Gembas, Team Lean animation (SIM), Problems solving, Kaizens




• Develop series of actionable KPIs to evaluate and monitor progress of initiatives & projects.




• Work with stakeholders to identify business requirements, processes and risks




• Evaluate current business processes including financial impact, and recommend solutions for improvement and making processes more managebale

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study with a minimum of 5-8+ years of comparable work experience or Master’s degree in a relevant field of study with 4+ years of comparable work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience




• Minimum of 5 years of Lean experience working in Supply Chain and operational Production, Repair and/or Distribution




• Strong experience with Lean Principles and Methodologies. Experience with implementing them in Industrial organization (such as but not limited to Level Pulled Flow, Visual Management, Problem Solving, Team Lean animation…)




• Experience with training and coaching large audiences




• Exceptionally strong communication skills with the ability to work with senior management and Operations teams

What We Offer

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following: 

• Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance.




• Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period. 




• Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off. 




• Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program. 

Why Join Us?

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This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with (a) criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.

Successful applicant must comply with federal contractor vaccine mandate requirements.

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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