Industrial Engineer

Industrial EngineerTextron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you'll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.The Industrial Engineer position comprises a balance of technical expertise in data/metric analysis with a strategic drive to create customer value through process improvements, cost reduction and product improvement.Job Responsibilities:Key organizational resource, requiring daily interaction with all levels of the organization in which you supportProvide timely and relevant metrics to VSM and DirectorActive participation in identifying production flow issues stemming from work sequencing, task/line balancing, tooling/equipment constraints, and manpower allocation/trainingCreate and automate delivery of KPIs such as Efficiency, DCI & OvertimeApplication of standard hours through use of appropriate models, tools and methods to assure time standards are appropriately applied to produce new parts/assembliesDevelop learning curves and actual hour projections for new programs; analyze actual performance and makes necessary process improvement recommendationsAnalyze and makes recommendations regarding production facility arrangements for improvements to production capacity, manufacturing flow, new model incorporation, and strategic work transitions; maintains current production area layouts and equipment locations per defined process standardsAnalyze and solve production flow issues stemming from sequence of work, balance of tasks, tooling/equipment constraints, and manpower allocation/trainingGather, analyze, and summarizes production process data for their use in valuing and prioritizing process continuous improvement opportunities; utilize Lean/CI methodologies to lead, implement, and track improvementsDrive development and/or installation of direct and indirect labor standards and methods. Track labor, efficient manpower utilization and line balancingControl and management of work center configuration settings for SAP Capacity PlanningAssist in the preparation of cost development modelValue stream mapping, network mapping and associated gap analysisImplement methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocating workstations and equipment, and purchase of equipmentUtilize Simulation modeling software to identify and alleviate capacity constraints and improve product cycle timesProvide Capacity Planning and Headcount modeling to assist in identifying pending gaps in manpower and associated resourcesSoftware Proficiency in SAP, AutoCad, Microsoft Office (Excel & Access), Simulation software. Intermediate knowledge and use of CATIA, Coding and Programming software.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or relative fieldMinimum 2 years of required experience required in industrial, manufacturing, or relative engineering fieldStrong interpersonal skills, ability to develop positive relationships and influence across all levels of the organization is essentialEffective presenter with demonstrated experience pulling together concepts and solutions in a succinct and clear mannerAbility to work in a fast-paced, cross-disciplined environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracyIndependently identify and lead significant impact projects and programs. Identify areas of need, recommend and guide company process improvement strategiesDemonstrated analytical and practical problem solving/process improvement experience and familiar with the Lean Tool Set applicationBias for action and ability to shift processes and priorities quicklyHigh intellectual horsepower to quickly bring together concepts, data, and manufacturing practicesStays up to date with technology and changes in the industry to ensure that new opportunities are incorporated into existing processesHighly proficient in use of Microsoft Office software, including Access, Excel, Word and PowerPointTextron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.Kansas Tax Credit: Join Textron Aviation's Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit for more information on the tax credit.EEO Statement: Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.