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Industrial Engineer

Textron Inc..com

Office

Kansas

Full Time

Industrial Engineer(

Job Number:

 336439)Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

 

What you will be doing as an Industrial Engineer:

In this role, you can expect to blend your analytical expertise with strategic thinking to drive impactful process improvements. You'll uncover opportunities to reduce costs and enhance products while delivering measurable value to customers. If you're passionate about turning data into action, this is your chance to take your career to new heights.

Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

  • Optimize Production Flow: Identify and resolve issues in task sequencing, tooling, and manpower to ensure efficient manufacturing operations
  • Deliver Performance Insights: Create and automate KPIs like Efficiency, DCI, and Overtime, providing actionable metrics to leadership
  • Plan Labor and Capacity: Model labor standards, simulate production constraints, and forecast headcount needs using SAP and simulation tools
  • Drive Process Improvements: Apply Lean and Continuous Improvement (CI) methodologies to analyze data, prioritize enhancements, and implement workflow efficiencies
  • Analyze Cost and Time: Develop learning curves, apply standard hours, and prepare cost models to support accurate projections and new program launches
  • Leverage Technical Tools: Use SAP, AutoCAD, Excel, Access, CATIA, and coding software to support layout planning, data analysis, and process optimization

What you need to be successful:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field is required
  • A minimum of 2 years experience in industrial, manufacturing, or related engineering field is required

Skills that are helpful

  • Building Relationships & Influence: Foster positive connections and influence across all levels of the organization with strong interpersonal skills
  • Communicating with Impact: Present ideas and solutions clearly and succinctly, tailoring messages to diverse audiences
  • Adapting & Executing: Thrive in fast-paced, cross-functional environments by managing shifting priorities with precision and focus
  • Leading Strategic Initiatives: Independently identify high-impact opportunities, lead process improvements, and guide organizational change
  • Solving  & Improving: Apply analytical thinking and Lean tools to drive practical problem-solving and continuous improvement
  • Leveraging Tech Expertise: Stay current with industry trends and use Microsoft Office tools (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) to support data-driven decisions

Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information. 

Why Join Us?

  • Your success is our success. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to help you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one.
  • 401K company match + additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation
  • Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester
  • Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
  • Fertility and adoption assistance, along with discounted childcare and planning
  • Free financial consultations and guidance
  • Access to the Textron Aviation Plane Wellness and Pharmacy
  • Explore more benefits here

At Textron Aviation, base pay is only one of the parts of our Total Rewards package and is determined within a range. This provides you the opportunities to grow and develop within your role, and depends on your experience, qualifications, and location.

Qualifications

 

Our workforce is made up of individuals throughout the world with a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and passions. Our unique perspectives lead us to be a world-class workforce, helping us develop legendary products. Because we recognize that our differences make us stronger, and studies have shown that some may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly, we welcome you to apply to this role if it meets your career goals. You could be our next great fit!

    Kansas Tax CreditJoin Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit. EEO StatementTextron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation

Primary Location

: US-Kansas-Wichita

Job Field

: Manufacturing

Schedule

: Full-time

Job Level

: Individual Contributor

Job Type

: Standard

Shift

: First Shift

Job Posting

: 09/18/2025, 4:15:01 PM

Industrial Engineer

Office

Kansas

Full Time

September 19, 2025

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Textron Inc.

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