Hiring: Industrial Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level) Company: Spirit AeroSystems Location: Wichita, KS Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:02:24 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : AutoCAD, Lean Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, SAP, Six Sigma, Systems Engineering About the job Experience: •2+ years of related industrial engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. •5+ years of related work experience, preferably in an aircraft or aerospace manufacturing environment. Required Skills: •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. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program •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). •Operational familiarity with aerospace quality systems (e.g., AS9100) and regulatory requirements is highly desirable. •This is a union-represented position. •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. Compensation: •$71,650 - $109,800 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!