Next Generation Air Dominance Composite Industrial Engineer – Entry level/ Associate

Location: USA - Berkeley, MO

Next Generation Air Dominance Composite Industrial Engineer – Entry level/ Associate

Company

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking energetic Entry level or Associate Composite Industrial Engineers to support the planning, design, and continuous improvement of composite manufacturing work cells, flow lines, and material handling systems for up-and-coming Proprietary programs in Berkeley, MO.

These roles focus on translating composite process constraints (prepreg handling, cure cycles, infusion, OOA processes, AFP/ATL, contamination control, temperature/humidity requirements) into robust, safe, and productive production systems. Level 1 is an entry-level role focused on learning and execution; Level 2 is a developing-to-mid-level role with ownership of projects, layout design, and cross-functional implementation.

Position Responsibilities

(Level 1)

Support development and maintenance of standard work, takt calculations, cycle time analysis, and work balancing for composite cells and subassembly areas.

Conduct time studies, operator observations, and basic time-motion analyses to identify waste and improvement opportunities in composite operations.

Assist with cell and line layout for composite flow, including tooling/fixture placement, material presentation, and contamination-control zoning.

Support ergonomic assessments specific to composite tasks (prepreg layup, ply handling, infusion set-up) and implement simple mitigations.

Help implement and sustain 5S, visual controls, and clean-process practices (EHS and contamination management for composite materials).

Collect, document, and report production metrics (throughput, yields, scrap, cure utilization) using Excel and shop-floor systems.

Support Kaizen events, first-article builds, and production transfers; assist in preparing standard work packages and operator training aids.

Provide on-floor support to technicians and manufacturing engineers to sustain process improvements.

(Level 2)

Lead design and optimization of composite work cells, flow lines, and kitting strategies for moderate-complexity assemblies; ensure alignment with cure cycle and environmental constraints.

Conduct detailed time-and-motion studies, takt analysis, and process simulations to size cells and determine staffing/throughput requirements.

Lead Kaizen events and small-to-medium continuous improvement projects to reduce cycle time, defects, and WIP specific to composite processes.

Develop and maintain standard work, visual controls, work instructions, and training packages tailored to composite manufacturing needs.

Specify material handling solutions (racks, carts, kitting, automated part presentation) and collaborate with tooling and facilities to support contamination control and environmental requirements.

Support integration and layout of automated composite equipment (AFP/ATL, automated cutting, cure ovens/autoclaves) into production flow; coordinate with capital procurement and qualification teams.

Apply basic statistical analysis, SPC, and DOE methods to validate process changes and monitor performance.

Mentor Level 1 engineers and coordinate cross-functional implementation with manufacturing, quality, design, and supply chain teams.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

0–2 years relevant experience (internships, co-ops, or production/technician experience acceptable).

Familiarity with Lean principles, basic time study methods, and reading engineering drawings/GD&T.

Proficiency with MS Excel and PowerPoint; basic data analysis skills.

Strong communication, teamwork, and willingness to work on the production floor.

This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

This position requires the ability to obtain Special Program Access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

Level 2: 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

Demonstrated experience with line balancing, takt time, standard work, time studies, and basic process simulation or modeling.

Experience applying Lean tools (value stream mapping, Kaizen, 5S) and basic statistical methods (SPC, basic DOE).

Proficiency with Excel (including advanced functions), familiarity with data visualization and basic statistical tools (Minitab, JMP, or similar) preferred.

Ability to lead small projects and coordinate cross-functional implementation.

Direct experience or exposure to composite processes (prepreg, OOA infusion, resin transfer molding, autoclave cures, AFP/ATL).

Familiarity with contamination-control practices, clean-process zoning, and environmental constraints for composites.

Experience with manufacturing tools such as Enovia/3DEXPERIENCE, SAP, Catia/NX for tooling/layout, or simulation tools for throughput analysis.

Formal Lean or Six Sigma training/certification (Green Belt preferred for Level 2).

Ergonomics assessment training or experience in workstation design.

Prior shop-floor or technician experience in composites or aerospace manufacturing.

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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