Associate Industrial Engineer

JetBlue; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

JetBlue is seeking an Associate Industrial Engineer in New York to partner with operational teams on process improvements and efficiency gains. You will apply advanced analytics, modeling, and simulation to airport planning and resource planning projects while synthesizing data for stakeholders.

Requirements include a bachelor’s in engineering or OR, strong statistics, and experience with Python/SQL. Proficiency in PROMODEL/ARENA and MS Office is favored; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Statistics, modeling, or simulation knowledge with MATLAB, R, or Python.
• Experience using PROMODEL or ARENA is preferred.
• Strong analytical and quantitative abilities; excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Use modeling/forecasting to analyze schedules and suggest changes.
• Identify operational improvements using analytical methods.
• Perform simulation modeling for demand/capacity and bottlenecks.
• Recommend new processes using Six Sigma, modeling, and discrete event sim.
• Analyze data via SQL, Python, Excel; present insights to stakeholders.
• Develop business cases with forecasted benefits for initiatives.
• Conduct time studies to establish operational standards.
• Team with cross‑functional groups to define and improve processes.
• Identify improvement opportunities with process mapping and data collection.

Skills

Statistics

Modeling

Python

SQL

Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, OR Operations Research, OR related field

HS Diploma/GED + 4+ years relevant experience

Tools

PROMODEL

ARENA

MATLAB

R

Job description

Position Summary

The Associate Industrial Engineer position supports the Manager in working with operational teams to improve processes in order to drive higher operational efficiency. The Associate Engineer applies advanced analytical, statistical, modeling, simulation, and process improvement techniques to Airport Planning/Layout and Standards establishment projects for both Operations and Resource Planning. The Associate Engineer is skilled at synthesizing and presenting data.

Essential Responsibilities

• Use modeling/forecasting techniques to analyze schedules and recommend changes


• Use analytical techniques to identify and recommend operational improvements


• Conduct simulation modeling and statistical analysis for demand capacity assessments and to identify process bottlenecks, performing sensitivity analyses where needed


• Recommend new operational processes and/or procedures using tools such as Six Sigma, spreadsheet modeling, and discrete event simulation


• Apply data analysis by extracting, transforming, and analyzing data using SQL, Python, Excel, and other analytical tools to provide perspectives on problem scope, impact, and recommendations to key stakeholders


• Establish business cases in support of corporate initiatives and provide forecasted benefits


• Perform time studies to establish operational standards


• Support cross-departmental project teams to define, analyze, and recommend improved processes


• Assist in identifying areas of improvement opportunity (e.g. business processes) by utilizing various tools such as process mapping, time study data collection, and other continuous improvement tools


• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, or relevant field; OR demonstrated capability to perform job responsibilities with a High School Diploma/GED and at least four (4) years of previous relevant experience


• One (1) year relevant working or coursework experience


• Knowledge of statistics, modeling (Matlab, R, or Python), and/or computer simulation building (preferably in PROMODEL, ARENA, or similar software)


• Excellent statistical analysis skills


• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office Products: Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint


• Able to effectively influence others at equal and higher levels of the organization


• Ability to work independently and in a team environment


• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, deadline driven team environment


• Must pass a pre-employment drug test


• Legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located


• Authorization to work in the US isrequired. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

• Prior airline/aviation or airport planning experience


• One (1) year of work experience in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or Simulation Modeling


• Experience with SQL for querying and analyzing data; exposure to Python or similar analytical tools preferred

Crewmember Expectations:

• Regular attendance and punctuality


• Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice


• Able to maintain a professional appearance


• When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable Crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft


• Organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Fun and Passion


• Promote JetBlue's #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue's Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards


• Identify safety and/or concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue's confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report (SAR))


• The use of ChatGPT or any other automated tool during the interview process will disqualify a candidate from being considered for the position.

Equipment:

• Computer and other office equipment

Work Environment:

• Traditional Office Environment

Physical Effort:

• Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary)

Compensation:

• The base pay range for this position is between $70,000.00 and $104,000.00. Base pay is one component of JetBlue's total compensation package, which may also include access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, crewmember stock purchase plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space available travel on JetBlue, and more.