TACOM (WVA): Industrial Engineer (Contingency)

KBR Careers; City of Watervliet (NY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

The Industrial Engineer analyzes, designs, and improves processes and systems to enhance efficiency, productivity, and performance across TACOM operations. This role focuses on optimizing workflows, reducing waste, improving cycle times, and supporting data driven decision making.

The qualified candidate will evaluate resource utilization, labor distribution, and production schedules to monitor program activity and recommend improvements. A U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, engineering, or related field.
• Typically 2–5 years of experience in industrial engineering or process improvement.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma methods.
• Experience with data analysis, time studies, and workflow assessments.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel).
• Ability to work in a structured, compliance-driven environment.
• Ability to obtain/maintain U.S. Government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current processes, workflows, and operations to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Conduct time studies, process mapping, and workflow analysis.
• Support planning, scheduling, and coordination of maintenance and logistics activities using data analytics and performance metrics.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, Six Sigma, or process optimization efforts.
• Coordinate with engineers, supervisors, and operations personnel to implement solutions.
• Assist with facility layout, workflow design, and space utilization planning.
• Ensure compliance with Army Technical Manuals (TMs), safety standards, and contractual requirements.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and analysis for program leadership.
• Support audits, inspections, and government reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Structured/compliance driven

Time studies

Workflow analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

Title

TACOM (WVA): Industrial Engineer (Contingency)

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Program Summary

The U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) sustains the Army’s mission to develop, acquire, field, and sustain ground combat, tactical, and support systems throughout their lifecycle. The program focuses on ensuring operational readiness, reliability, and safety of automotive and ground support equipment critical to Army operations. Under this contract, personnel provide maintenance, repair, overhaul, and sustainment support in accordance with Army technical manuals, safety standards, and performance requirements.

Job Summary

The Industrial Engineer analyzes, designs, and improves processes and systems to enhance efficiency, productivity, and performance across TACOM operations. This role focuses on optimizing workflows, reducing waste, improving cycle times, and supporting data driven decision making. The capable individual will evaluate resource utilization, labor distribution, and production schedules to monitor program activity and recommend improvements.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Analyze current processes, workflows, and operations to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance productivity, quality, and cost efficiency
• Conduct time studies, process mapping, and workflow analysis
• Support planning, scheduling, and coordination of maintenance and logistics activities using data analytics and performance metrics
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process documentation
• Support continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, Six Sigma, or process optimization efforts
• Coordinate with engineers, supervisors, and operations personnel to implement solutions
• Assist with facility layout, workflow design, and space utilization planning
• Ensure compliance with Army Technical Manuals (TMs), safety standards, and contractual requirements
• Prepare reports, presentations, and analysis for program leadership
• Support audits, inspections, and government reviews

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, engineering, or a related technical field
• Typically 2-5 years of experience in industrial engineering, process improvement, or operations analysis
• Working knowledge of process improvement methodologies and tools (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)
• Experience conducting data analysis, time studies, and workflow assessments
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in standard data analysis tools (e.g., Excel or similar applications)
• Ability to work in a structured, compliance driven environment
• Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (as required)
• U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting DoD, Army, or TACOM programs
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification
• Experience with maintenance, warehouse, or logistics operations in industrial environments
• Familiarity with Army processes, Technical Manuals (TMs), and readiness reporting
• Experience with process modeling or simulation tools
• Prior government contracting experience

Additional Information

This position will be a part of a work environment that may require standing, walking, and lifting. There is potential exposure to machinery, tools, fuels, oils, and outdoor conditions. Employees may also be required to work shifts, overtime, or weekend support based on mission needs.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&DD, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

The salary range for this position is $102,000 - $152,900. Compensation offered will depend on qualifications, experience, work location, and business considerations. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. Additional compensation and benefits may be available based on role eligibility.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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