Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Industrial Engineering

Bounty Hunter World; Doha; On-site; QAR 546,000 - 656,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Aerospace & Defence company in Doha is seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Industrial Engineering. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and will provide technical leadership in optimizing manufacturing processes. Key responsibilities include analyzing production workflows, driving lean methodologies, and collaborating with various teams to enhance production efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity to support crucial national defence initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in industrial engineering roles, ideally in defence or aerospace sectors.
• Proven expertise in manufacturing systems design and process optimization.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead industrial engineering efforts for manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Analyze production workflows to enhance throughput and reduce waste.
• Drive implementation of lean principles and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Systems integration

Cost estimation

Capacity planning

Simulation modelling

Supply chain integration

Process optimization

Digital manufacturing technologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Arena/Simio

SAP

MES systems

Job description

Job Overview

mselect is looking to hire a Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Industrial Engineering for an Aerospace & Defence manufacturing client in Doha, Qatar. Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in industrial engineering roles, ideally within the defence, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing sectors. Fluency in English is a must.

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Industrial Engineering to support the optimization of complex manufacturing, logistics, and sustainment systems within defence and aerospace programs. The SME will provide technical leadership in lean manufacturing, systems integration, production scalability, and cost-efficiency strategies tailored to high-stakes defence projects. This role is pivotal in improving readiness, efficiency, and lifecycle value in support of national defence initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead industrial engineering efforts for the design, optimization, and execution of manufacturing and assembly processes in defence production environments
• Analyze production workflows and facility layouts to enhance throughput, reduce waste, and increase process reliability
• Provide subject matter expertise in cost estimation, capacity planning, simulation modelling, and supply chain integration
• Drive the implementation of lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement initiatives across production lines
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and transition to production (TTP) for defence systems and components
• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective action planning for process non-conformities or bottlenecks
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, logistics, and procurement teams to support integrated product teams (IPTs)
• Advise on digital manufacturing technologies, industrial automation, and smart factory initiatives (e.g. Industry 4.0)
• Ensure compliance with defence production standards, regulations, and security protocols (e.g. ITAR, AS9100, ISO)
• Prepare and deliver technical reports, presentations, and data visualizations for stakeholders and executive leadership

Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline
• 10+ years of experience in industrial engineering roles, ideally within the defence, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing sectors
• Proven expertise in manufacturing systems design, time/motion studies, and process optimization
• Proficiency with industrial engineering tools and platforms (e.g. AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Arena/Simio, SAP, and MES systems)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Eligibility for a US government security clearance (or equivalent if international)

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or Engineering Management
• Professional certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, or Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE)
• Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) or NATO production standards and acquisition processes
• Familiarity with digital thread/digital twin concepts and model-based systems engineering (MBSE)

Note: This description reflects the qualifications and responsibilities as stated by the client.