Industrial Engineer

Unifi Aviation LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Unifi Aviation LLC is seeking a hands-on Industrial Engineer to join our Airport Operations team. You will analyze workflows, optimize throughput, and drive ROI with data-driven solutions across locations.

You will develop models, dashboards, and tools to track performance and lead implementation of improvements in airport environments, collaborating closely with front-line teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial engineering, operations analysis, or process improvement.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, and analyze large datasets.
• Proficient in Excel, Power BI/Tableau, and process modeling software; experience with SQL or Python is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable working cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of projects and drive them to successful completion.
• Willingness to be hands-on in airport environments and collaborate directly with front-line teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing operational workflows, resource allocation, and KPIs within airport operations.
• Collaborate with Operations and various teams to develop and validate performance improvement initiatives.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements to optimize throughput, reduce costs, and enhance service quality.
• Develop models, tools, and dashboards to track performance, productivity, and progress of implemented solutions.
• Support and lead implementation of process improvements, including on-site coordination, pilot programs, and feedback loops.
• Create and present compelling business cases for proposed changes based on data and ROI projections.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on performance improvements and project milestones.
• Serve as a change agent and advocate for continuous improvement across the organization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Dashboarding

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

Power BI/Tableau

Process modeling software

SQL/Python

Job description

Unifi is the nation's largest aviation services provider, with over 45K team members and a global footprint spanning over 240 airports in the U.S., Canada, the UK, Ireland, and continental Europe. We deliver reliable, high-quality aviation services that support global travel and the world's leading airlines. At Unifi, you'll be part of a diverse, inclusive team where passion, integrity, and empathy are at the core of what we do.

Unifi Aviation is seeking a hands‑on, results‑driven Industrial Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with our Airport Operations team to analyze and improve operational processes with a focus on efficiency, performance, ROI, and customer satisfaction. You will play a key role in identifying areas of opportunity, recommending data‑driven solutions, and helping implement these improvements across our locations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing operational workflows, resource allocation, and key performance indicators (KPIs) within airport operations.
• Collaborate with Operations and various Unifi teams to develop and validate performance improvement initiatives.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements to optimize throughput, reduce costs, and enhance service quality.
• Develop models, tools, and dashboards to track performance, productivity, and progress of implemented solutions.
• Support and lead implementation of process improvements, including on-site coordination, pilot programs, and feedback loops.
• Create and present compelling business cases for proposed changes based on data and projected ROI.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on performance improvements and project milestones.
• Serve as a change agent and advocate for continuous improvement across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial engineering, operations analysis, or process improvement (experience in aviation industry is a plus).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, and analyze large datasets.
• Proficient in tools such as Excel, Power BI/Tableau, and process modeling software; experience with SQL or Python is a plus.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable working cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of projects and drive them to successful completion.
• Willingness to be hands‑on in airport environments and collaborate directly with front‑line teams.

Unifi is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or veteran status.