Industrial Engineer

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Industrial Engineer within our ASI Division.

Under general supervision and with regular review, this position supports the engineering staff in the analysis, investigation and resolution of engineering problems of moderate scope and complexity. Assignments are normally accompanied by general instructions and suggestions, outlining possible approaches, sources or information, and potential problems to be encountered with work reviewed regularly for soundness of technical judgment, overall adequacy and accuracy. Tasks involve the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance. Documents findings and implemented solutions and communicates results to engineering staff. Contacts are primarily internal with infrequent inter-organization or customer contact on routine matters.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for understanding the integration of manpower, manufacturing space, material, equipment, etc. for a manufacturing system, and use lean tools to sustain, monitor, and improve the state of the system.
• Identify systemic problems through root cause analysis. Implement corrective and/or preventive action to improve safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Initiate and lead lean manufacturing process improvement projects via Kaizen event facilitation and/or general floor support.
• Support and collaborate with shop floor technicians and manufacturing support teams to solve problems.
• Promote and sustain lean culture through employee empowerment and training of lean tools and principles.
• Specify and implement equipment and processes including efficient layout and optimization of material and information flows.
• Establish and maintain labor standards, lead times and capacities/capabilities for manufacturing and ancillary processes.
• Establish and maintain work instructions and other documentation associated with manufacturing and ancillary processes.
• Develop meaningful process metrics and support the enterprise in making data driven decisions.
• Clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in written form to both technical and non-technical audiences, especially regarding manufacturing processes, engineering issues and proposed changes, and quality issues and dispositions.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a basic understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow and apply basic engineering knowledge, adapt standard techniques, and utilize the required diagnostics, tools and equipment, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Must be able to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
• Good communication, computer, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other professionals, to produce appropriate documentation, and to present results to a limited internal audience.
• Must be able to work both independently and on a team.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• An EIT (Engineer in Training) certificate is desirable.