Industrial Engineer

Leonardo DRS; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking an Industrial Engineer to lead lean manufacturing initiatives across the Dallas facility. You will apply Kaizen and Six Sigma methods to improve quality, yield, and productivity while coordinating equipment layouts and production processes.

The role requires 5+ years of engineering experience with direct industrial engineering exposure, plus a Lean Six Sigma belt if possible. Strong data analysis and cross-functional communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering required.
• 5+ years engineering experience with 3+ years in direct Industrial Engineering.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
• Experience leading teams and projects desired.
• Specialties may include manufacturing, production, industrial, welding, tooling, testing, processing, software, and robotics.
• Strong proficiency with project management tools (Charters, Gantt Charts).
• Ability to analyze large data sets using statistical tools (Excel, Minitab, JMP).

Responsibilities

• Hands on responsibilities throughout the facility.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance quality/yield, reduce cost, and improve productivity/schedule.
• Specify and implement equipment and processes including layout and material flow optimization.
• Design shop tooling and visual aids to assist production.
• Apply Lean/Six Sigma methods for waste reduction and process improvement.
• Coordinate layouts and workstation moves; prepare time estimates for projects.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and provide technical leadership.
• Travel up to 20% per year.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen

Project leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt

Tools

AutoCAD

Arena

Promodel

MS Excel

Minitab

JMP

Job description

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Location: Dallas, TX, US, 75243

The Electro Optical InfraredSystems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborneplatforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.

Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.

Job Responsibilities

Hands on responsibilities throughout the facility

Responsible for implementing continuous improvement tools to enhance Quality/ Yield, reduce Cost, and improve Productivity/Schedule. Initiate and lead lean manufacturing process improvement projects.

Specify and implement equipment and processes including efficient layout and optimization of material and information flows.

Design shop / visual aid tooling to assist production.

Experience with Lean/Six Sigma Manufacturing methodologies for waste reduction, 5S, Standard Work, TAKT, Pull System, single piece flow, Value Stream Mapping, cell design, and manufacturing flow.

Demonstrates technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.

Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.

Coordinate layout and work station move activities. Prepares time estimates for proposed projects and evaluates time factors.

Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals, and capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.

Other duties as assigned

Office environment, day shift. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

Travel up to 20% per year

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering
5+ years applicable engineering experience with 3+ years experience in direct Industrial Engineering

Lean SIx Sigma Green Belt Certification or Black Belt perferable.
Experience leading teams and projects desired
Successfully completed Kaizen projects desired
Specialties may include manufacturing, production, industrial, welding, tooling, testing, processing, software, and robotics
Strong proficiency using project management tools such as Project Charters and Gantt Charts preferred
Demonstrated ability of handling, analyzing, and presenting large volume of data utilizing statistical analysis tools like MS Excel, Minitab or JMP.
Experience in fast paced, high volume environments including multi-site operating experience strongly preferred.
Knowledge of engineering processes including engineering change control, engineering labor standards and methodologies.
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required.
Skills in the use of Autocad, Arena, Promodel, or other simulation programs preferred.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in written form to both technical and non-technical audiences, especially regarding manufacturing processes, engineering issues and proposed changes and dispositions

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.