Site Industrial Engineer and Project Manager

Job Description BAE Systems, one of the world’s largest defense contractors and a Top 10 prime contractor to the Department of War, is hiring an Industrial Engineer for our Anniston Vehicle Assembly Center (AVAC) site in Anniston, AL. The AVAC specializes in the assembly and testing of military tracked vehicles.

We draw strength from our employees and always put our customers first through an unwavering commitment to bring the warfighter home safe. Our flexible work environment provides every opportunity to positively impact the company without giving up your personal life and we welcome all those who understand the importance of improving production velocity, having big ideas, and craving innovation. This position is a first shift 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

As an Industrial Engineer, you will help lead multiple projects to support the fabrication and assembly of armored military vehicles. You will plan or integrate production plans for varied fabrication, assembly, and testing processes.

As an Industrial Engineer / Project Manager you will:

• Establish methods for maximum utilization of facilities and personnel.
• Reduce waste, rework, and cycle times.
• Conduct studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, and the purchase/lease/maintenance of equipment.
• Design facility layouts that align with the plan and vision for safe delivery.
• Collaborate with various internal departments that include Program Management, Production Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Facilities, Purchasing, Finance, and Operations to develop a world class manufacturing facility.
• Ability to create a process improvement roadmap for assigned value stream focusing on lead time and cycle time reductions.
• Engage in regular communications with production support, planning, logistics, quality, manufacturing supervisors, Safety, and direct labor workforce to assess operations performance.
• Summarize and present findings to internal customers to gain buy-in for improvement efforts.
• Discuss the status of metrics and key performance indicators with Site Leadership
• Lead projects outside of day-to-day scope to drive facility strategic initiatives.
• Work on the manufacturing floor with other Engineering disciplines, production supervisors, and operation team members that directly interact with the components or vehicles being produced

This role requires regular presence in a manufacturing or fabrication environment. The incumbent must be able to access and safely navigate production areas which may include climbing, kneeling, stooping, and working in confined spaces. Must also be able to comply with all requirements including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy. Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline and 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. We may consider more experienced candidates for a more senior role.
• Proficiency of MS Office Suite products (SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Effective written and spoken communication skills
• Experience working with current computer applications and CAD programs
• Must be comfortable soliciting input through face-to-face interaction and, in general, must demonstrate strong analytical, problem solving, and interpersonal skills that will support individual and team growth

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Project management experience in a relevant manufacturing environment
• Experience with developing cost-benefit analysis, ROI and estimating production standards
• Experience with model manipulation #LI-Onsite #LI-JR1

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64935 - $110390

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.


Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.