Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

We have an Excellent Contract position for anIndustrial Engineerto join a leading Company located inCulpeper, VA..
Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Industrial Engineer to join our team. This role focuses on optimizing manufacturing systems, processes, and workflows to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and support the integration of new technologies and automation. The ideal candidate brings substantial industrial engineering experience, preferably within a Department of Defense (DoD) or automotive manufacturing environment, and has a strong working knowledge of new process introduction methodologies and automation tools.
Analyze and evaluate existing manufacturing processes, workflows, and systems to identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, quality, and cost
Design and implement optimized production layouts, work cells, and material flow strategies
Lead and support new process introduction (NPI) activities, including process planning, documentation, time studies, and production readiness assessments
Identify, evaluate, and integrate automation tools and technologies to enhance manufacturing operations
Develop and maintain standard work documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, time and motion studies, and capacity analyses
Apply industrial engineering techniques such as value stream mapping, line balancing, ergonomic analysis, and simulation modeling to drive operational improvements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, program management, and supply chain to support production goals and schedules
Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure process performance and improvement outcomes
Support facility planning, equipment layout, and capital project justification activities
Conduct make/buy analyses, capacity planning, and resource utilization studies
Assist in the development of labor standards and production rate estimates to support program planning and cost proposals
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to production personnel
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline
Minimum 5 years of experience in an Industrial Engineering role within a manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of automation tools and technologies and their application in a manufacturing setting
Proficiency in industrial engineering techniques including time studies, value stream mapping, line balancing, and capacity planning
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable improvements
10 or more years of industrial engineering experience

• Experience working within a DoD defense contractor or automotive manufacturing environment
• Experience with process equipment relating to propellant manufacture or food processing such as vertical mixers, fluid energy mills, etc
• Familiarity with DoD 4145, manufacturing readiness levels (MRLs), and related program requirements
• Experience with automotive industry standards and frameworks such as APQP, PPAP, or PFMEA
• Proficiency with simulation and modeling software (e.g., Experience with ERP/MES systems and manufacturing data analysis tools
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred)
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Creo, or other facility layout and design tools
• Active DoD Security Clearance or ability to obtain one

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: