Experienced or Mid-Level Manufacturing Operations Analyst

Boeing; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) team is seeking an Experienced or Mid-Level Manufacturing Operations Analyst for Phantom Works in Mesa, AZ. You will support our Specialty Materials Manufacturing portfolio, applying Lean methodologies to assess processes and drive improvements.

Role requires 3+ years in manufacturing operations, strong data interpretation, and the ability to work onsite. Candidates must be able to obtain U.S.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 3+ years in a Manufacturing Operations environment.
• Experience applying lean methodologies and productivity improvements.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise to work cell teams to resolve production issues efficiently.
• Document and track issues using the tracking system.
• Conduct assessments of processes against standards and criteria.
• Analyze data and provide root cause corrective actions and trends.
• Coordinate multi-function group meetings to resolve issues.
• Develop strategies with Lean tools and implement plans.
• Support integrated scheduling and Ariba ordering.
• Track calibrated tools and manage long lead materials.
• Assist with data integration and asset management.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Data analysis

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Ariba

GOLD

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

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Job Description

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) team is seeking Experienced or Mid-Level Manufacturing Operations Analyst for Phantom Works located in Mesa, AZ to support our Specialty Materials Manufacturing portfolio.

Our facility serves as a hub for advanced manufacturing, where we design and produce cutting-edge military products that are vital to national defense. We take pride in our commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability. We want you to join our team and contribute to the production of aircraft parts and assemblies made from composite materials.

As a Manufacturing Operations Analyst you will conduct assessments of processes and practices for comparison to applicable standards and criteria. Analyze and interpret data. Provide feedback on assessment results. Work with organizations to develop strategies, plans and metrics to accomplish company initiatives using Lean methodologies or other applicable tools and processes. Work at the appropriate level in the organization to implement strategies and plans. Work under general direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expertise to the work cell team on the appropriate path and resources required to efficiently and effectively resolve production issues. Use advanced technical knowledge, understanding of process flow, and networking skills to ensure issues are addressed and resolved by responsible support organization
• Utilize tracking system to document, communicate, and ensure resolve of production issues.
• Conducts assessments of processes and practices for comparison to applicable standards and criteria.
• Analyzes and interprets data and provide root cause corrective action and trend data to identify and eliminate high impact and systemic issues
• Coordinate and facilitate multi-function group meetings required to resolve issues.
• Works with organizations to develop strategies, plans and metrics to accomplish company initiatives using Lean methodologies or other applicable tools and processes.
• Works at the appropriate level in the organization to implement strategies and plans.
• Supports integrated scheduling for Mesa Fabrication facilities.
• Supports Ariba ordering, as well as, manages overhead spending
• Support Adaptive Planning inputs to Staffing & Site Integration
• Meeting / Calendar delegate
• Meeting, Standdown, Catering & Recognition Organizer
• Travel setup and organizer for executive leadership
• Gemba support
• Order fulfillment tracking to correct POC/destination
• Barcoding and entering tooling into GOLD
• Manages long lead material storage and consumption (core/freezer materials)
• Tracking of calibrated tools
• Assigning asset tags
• Large scale data integration support

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

An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance Post-Start is required.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience with Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, SharePoint, and MS project.
• 3+ years of experience in a Manufacturing Operations environment.
• Experience implementing lean methodologies and productivity improvements.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in the Aerospace & Defense Industry and/or the military.
• Experience interfacing with senior and executive leadership.
• 3+ years of experience collecting, analyzing and interpreting data and managing projects.

Typical Education & Experience

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 6 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master+4 years' related work experience, 10 years' related work experience, etc.).

Shift

The position is for 1st shift.

Relocation

This position does not offer relocation.

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.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Pay Range

Level 2: $74,800 - $101,200

Level 3: $90,950 - $123,050

Applicants must apply before September 16th 2026 to be considered for the position

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 16, 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, US Person required

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

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.