Industrial Engineer Sr - E3

Standard Job Description

WHAT WE’RE DOING

We specialize in Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) that provide advanced capabilities to serve the defense industry. Our RMS Training and Logistic Solutions (TLS) are designed to meet the unique needs of our customers, offering unparalleled performance, reliability, and versatility. We provide comprehensive support throughout the entire system lifecycle, from design and development to deployment and maintenance. With a focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we are committed to delivering RMS solutions that exceed expectations and set new standards for performance and reliability.

THE WORK

• Lead and mentor the CHSL (Cables, Harnesses, Subassembly and Labels) Industrial Engineering team, setting technical direction, prioritizing workload, and developing associate engineers and new hires into fully capable IE contributors
• Champion technology insertions and automation opportunities that improve safety, quality, cost, and delivery within the value stream

• Drive factory layout, line balancing, and capacity planning to optimize flow, reduce span time, and support production ramp across the CHSL footprint
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Program Management (PMT), and Facilities to align IE initiatives with production and program priorities
• Establish and track key performance metrics (throughput, capacity, efficiency, span) and translate data into actionable improvement projects
• Lead continuous-improvement and lean initiative; identifying bottlenecks, eliminating waste, and standardizing processes across CHSL work centers
• Coordinate capital and facilities projects tied to CHSL layout changes, equipment moves, and work-center reconfigurations

WHO YOU ARE

You are a strong leader who can guide and develop your team, can rally your team and others around objectives, and can drive efforts to successful completion. You possess a passion for continuous improvement and are always looking for ways to reduce waste, improve human factors, and introduce technology to affect change. You are a talented team member who understands data, and you love to use data to surface problems and create solutions.

WHO WE ARE

Our customers are world-wide and so is our reputation for creating innovative solutions with the latest technologies. Our products keep our customers safe and bring them home to their families at night. We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you.

WHY JOIN US

When you join our team, you'll be part of a dynamic and supportive work environment that values collaboration, growth, and innovation. We offer opportunities for training and development to help you build your career. Our mission-driven organization is dedicated to making a positive impact in the world, and we're looking for talented and passionate individuals to help us achieve our goals.

Standard Job Description: Analyzes and designs sequence of operations and work flow to improve efficiencies in plant and production facilities and equipment layouts; and establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel. May establish or assist in establishing accident prevention measures and may manage training programs for personnel concerning all phases of production operations. Conducts studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, and production record systems. On the basis of these studies, develops and implements plans and programs for facility modifications and revisions to operating methods. May assist facilities engineers in the planning and design of facilities.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field, with 5 years of professional experience
• Familiarity with SAP or a related manufacturing system
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing concepts and technique and experience generating/implementing process improvements
• Experience with statistical analysis and data analytics
• MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Desired Skills

• Prior lead / team-lead experience in a production environment
• Lean / Six Sigma certification or equivalent CI experience
• Experience with analytical tools (Tableau, PowerBI)
• Excellent verbal/written communications skills