Industrial Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level)

Boeing; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 72,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems in Wichita, KS is seeking Associate and Mid-Level Industrial Engineers to join the team on-site. These roles focus on optimizing manufacturing systems for aerostructures, improving production efficiency, workflow, capacity, and delivery performance across the enterprise.

You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and program teams to balance lines, develop scalable solutions, and implement data-driven improvements to safety, quality, and cost.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering program required.
• Minimum 2 years of related engineering experience.
• Experience in Aircraft or Aerospace Manufacturing preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Knowledge of IE tools used in production such as capacity analysis and line balancing.

Responsibilities

• Analyze workflow and capacity to improve production efficiency.
• Balance production lines and develop scalable solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and program teams to evaluate processes.
• Develop time standards and standard work for operations.

Skills

Engineering experience

Manufacturing familiarity

Microsoft Office

IE Tools knowledge

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

IE Tools (capacity analysis, facility layout)

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.

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.

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.

Location: Wichita, KS (On-site)

Position Responsibilities

• Analyzes and designs sequence of operations and workflow to improve efficiencies in plant and production facilities and equipment layouts; and establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel and optimization of product flow
• May establish or assist in establishing accident prevention measures and may manage training programs for personnel concerning all phases of production operations
• Conducts studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, and production record systems. Based on these studies, develops and implements optimized product flow
• May assist facilities engineers in the planning and design of facilities
• Develops and provides time standards to the shop floor as well as standard work for operations and processes
• Utilizes analytical skills for capacity analysis, tool and equipment utilization as well as line balancing

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program
• 2+ years of related engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Mid-Level (Level 3): 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in an Aircraft or Aerospace Manufacturing environment
• Composite experience
• Advanced Microsoft Office skill level
• Knowledge of IE Tools used in production such as capacity analysis, facility layout, production improvements, etc.

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.

Export Control Requirements

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

• 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

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.