Industrial Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level)

Spirit AeroSystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 71,650 - 131,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid time away

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems in Wichita, KS, seeks an Associate or Mid-Level Industrial Engineer to optimize manufacturing systems for advanced aerostructures. You will analyze workflows, balance lines, and implement data-driven improvements to safety, quality, cost, and delivery.

The role collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams to scale processes for high-rate aerospace production. The position emphasizes Lean, Six Sigma, and advanced Excel/BI skills, with on-site work in a union

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in Industrial/Systems Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of IE experience in manufacturing.
• Lean/Six Sigma experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Workflow optimization to improve plant efficiency and material handling layouts.
• Balance production lines and optimize product flow with VSM.
• Apply Lean/Six Sigma methods to reduce costs and waste.
• Conduct time and motion studies to establish standard times.
• Use analytical tools for capacity analysis and line balancing.
• Collaborate with EHS for safety and ergonomic improvements.
• Support macro and micro facility layout planning and 5S rollout.
• Develop KPIs on labor, machine utilization, and throughput.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process improvement

Data analytics

Education

ABET-accredited Industrial Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Tableau

Power BI

SAP ERP

Excel

Job description

Overview

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units(“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.

Position Overview

Boeing-Wichita is seeking Associate and Mid-Level Industrial Engineers to join their team in Wichita, KS. Industrial Engineers play a critical role in optimizing manufacturing systems that support the production of advanced aerostructures for Boeing and other aerospace partners. This role focuses on improving production efficiency, analyzing workflow and capacity, and implementing data-driven solutions that enhance safety, quality, cost, and delivery performance. The Industrial Engineer collaborates closely with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams to evaluate processes, balance production lines, and develop scalable solutions that support high-rate aerospace manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives across the enterprise.

Responsibilities

Location: Wichita, KS (On-site)

• Workflow Optimization: Analyzes and designs sequence of operations and workflow to improve efficiencies in plant facilities, equipment layouts, and material handling systems.


• Product Flow: Establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel while optimizing product flow using Value Stream Mapping (VSM).


• Continuous Improvement: Conducts studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, and waste elimination utilizing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.


• Work Measurement: Conducts time and motion studies to develop, maintain, and provide accurate time standards and standard work instructions to the shop floor.


• Capacity & Balancing: Utilizes analytical skills and simulation tools for capacity analysis, tool and equipment utilization, constraint management (Theory of Constraints), and line balancing.


• Safety Integration: Partners with EHS to establish ergonomic and accident prevention measures through workplace design and manage technical training programs for production personnel.


• Facilities Planning: Collaborates with facilities engineers in macro and micro layout planning, facility design, and the implementation of 5S methodologies.


• Data Analytics: Develops and tracks KPIs regarding labor efficiency, machine utilization, and production throughput to drive data-based decision-making.


• Advanced Excel Skills: Mastery of advanced Excel functions including Power Query, Power Pivot, VBA/Macros, complex formulas (XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH), and dynamic dashboards for data analysis.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program


• 2+ years of related industrial engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Mid-Level (Level 3): 5+ years of related work experience, preferably in an aircraft or aerospace manufacturing environment.


• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification.


• Proficiency in AutoCAD or automated layout design software, data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP).


• Familiarity with aerospace quality systems (e.g., AS9100) and regulatory requirements is highly desirable.

Union

This is a union-represented position.

Drug Free Workplace

We are 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.

Pay & Benefits

• 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.


• We also provide 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.


• Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.


• Summary Pay Range - Associate (Level 2): $71,650 - $109,800


• Summary Pay Range - Mid-Level (Level 3): $85,600 - $131,200


• Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.