Associate Industrial Engineer

Boeing; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) in San Antonio is seeking an Associate Industrial Engineer to support maintenance, modification and upgrades of Mobility, Surveillance, and Bomber programs. The role emphasizes schedule planning, data analysis and Lean improvements to maximize production efficiency and reduce cost. The position is 100% onsite, requires U.S.

citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance. Candidates must live in the area or relocate at their own expense.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering/Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science or related fields.
• 2+ years of related experience.
• Advanced computer skills with MS Office (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Schedule work plans, data analysis, staffing and process improvements.
• Assist in development of shop floor operating schedules and capacity planning.
• Provide summary analysis and metrics for internal customers.
• Assist in lean process improvements to lower cost and improve quality.
• Analyze and optimize resource utilization in production environments.
• Interact with employees to gather data for process improvements.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering/Engineering Technology/Computing

Job description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), in San Antonio, is seeking an Associate Industrial Engineer to support maintenance, modification and upgrades of various Mobility, Surveillance, and Bomber programs (MS&B).

A professional in this field constantly reviews the allocation of resources, analyzes productivity, and seeks out ways to maximize production while minimizing cost. This demanding position presents challenging and rewarding opportunities that never fail to engage intellectual curiosity and push the edge of innovative thinking. The success of the IE has a direct correlation to the success of the program they support.

Primary Responsibilities

• Schedule work plans, data analysis (historical, trends and production impacts), staffing and process improvements.
• Assisting in the development of shop floor operating schedules, capacity planning, and developing spreadsheets to analyze data (e.g., statistics and operations research).
• Providing summary analysis and metrics for consultation to internal customers at various levels.
• Assist in research, design, development, improvement and implementation of processes to enhance schedule performance, lower cost, and improve quality, through the application of Lean and other Industrial Engineering concepts.
• Utilize engineering methods to assist in developing optimal process designs and efficient utilization of resources (e.g., facilities, personnel, materials, and equipment) in the creation and validation of products.
• Use engineering methods to support the development of optimal process designs and efficient utilization of resources (e.g., facilities, personnel, materials, and equipment) in the creation and validation of products.
• Candidate must be able to interact with employees to gather data for process improvements. This may include observing and documenting processes, and collecting data in manufacturing areas or on aircraft during various production phases.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in San Antonio, TX.

This position requires the ability to obtain a US Top Security Clearance/Yankee White for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
• 2 or more years of related experience
• Advanced computer skills with proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint.
• Requires the ability to walk, stand, and enter into aircraft via steps or ladders as needed. Also, candidate may be in proximity to chemicals when observing/gathering data in an area in the factory where chemicals are in use.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Knowledge of Aircraft modifications or aircraft production environments.
• Experience with 3D Computer aided design tools preferred.
• Experience with wire bundle fabrication concepts, wire installation, electrical equipment installation, and installation of wiring provisions in a modification environment preferred.
• Industrial Engineering experience in a factory setting, familiarity with manufacturing operations, manufacturing planning, engineering drawings and specifications, lean concepts (certifications preferred)
• Experience working with data sets from a wide variety of sources such as SQL server or Oracle preferred.
• Experience in Aurora modeling

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Shift

This position is for variable shift.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Summary pay range $83,300 – 112,700

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 15, 2026.

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details

US based job, U.S Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.