Industrial Engineer: Lean & Data-Driven Process Improvement

Textron Aviation; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Independence, KS is seeking an Industrial Engineer to balance technical data analysis with strategic process improvements. The role focuses on cost reduction, value creation, and product enhancement within a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include delivering KPIs, optimizing production flow, and leveraging Lean/CI methodologies. A bachelor’s degree in engineering is required, with strong collaboration across departments and hands-on experience with SAP, AutoCAD,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or relative field.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills with ability to influence across org levels.
• Experience with Lean/CI methodologies and process improvement strategies.
• Proficiency with SAP Capacity Planning and data/metric analysis.

Responsibilities

• Interact daily with all levels to support operations.
• Provide timely metrics to VSM and Director.
• Identify production flow issues and recommend improvements.
• Develop and deliver KPIs such as Efficiency and Overtime.
• Analyze standard hours and apply time standards for new parts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional

Lean tools

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

AutoCAD

CATIA

Excel

Access

Simulation software

Job description

Textron Aviation in Independence, KS is seeking an Industrial Engineer to balance technical data analysis with strategic process improvements. The role focuses on cost reduction, value creation, and product enhancement within a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include delivering KPIs, optimizing production flow, and leveraging Lean/CI methodologies. A bachelor’s degree in engineering is required, with strong collaboration across departments and hands-on experience with SAP, AutoCAD,