5+ years in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Data Analytics
Proficient in SQL, Power BI, and data visualization
Familiar with ERP, MES, PLM, and manufacturing data systems
Experience in regulated industries like aerospace or defense preferred
Responsibilities
Develop and enhance operational dashboards for real-time performance visibility
Design data pipelines and reporting systems for actionable insights
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define KPIs and reporting needs
Conduct root cause analysis to identify trends and performance gaps
Lead continuous process improvement initiatives
Analyze production workflows and equipment performance for optimization
Coach teams on data-driven decision making and continuous improvement
Benefits
Join a team of top engineers in planetary exploration
Equity ownership in the company
Comprehensive health benefits including mental health support
401(k) plan with company match
Flexible PTO and parental leave
Weekly lunch stipend with complimentary snacks
Monthly social hour with food and drinks
Full Job Description
Industrial Engineer
Department: Quality
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Hawthorne, California
Compensation: $135,000 - $160,000 / year
Description
We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Industrial Engineer to join our dynamic team. The role involves ensuring that our manufacturing facility is meeting the highest standards of Quality and Reliability. The Industrial Engineer will be key in creating dashboards, driving continuous improvement, and helping the company expand on it's continual improvement approach. This role will report to the Director of Quality & Reliability.
What you'll do:
Develop, maintain, and enhance operational dashboards using SQL, Power BI, and other visualization tools to provide real-time visibility into production, quality, reliability, supply chain, and operational performance
Design and manage data pipelines, queries, and reporting systems to ensure accurate and actionable business insights
Partner with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, engineering, and leadership teams to define key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting requirements
Perform root cause analysis using statistical and data analytics techniques to identify trends, bottlenecks, and performance gaps
Drive continual process improvement activities
Analyze production workflows, labor utilization, equipment performance, and material flow to identify opportunities for optimization
Build organizational capability by coaching teams on data-driven decision making and continuous improvement principles
What you'll bring:
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) field
5+ years of experience in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Data Analytics role
Experience in SQL, Power BI, and data visualization best practices
Experience with ERP, MES, PLM, and manufacturing data systems
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in simplifying complex data and communicate insights to all organizational levels
Experience in aerospace, space, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.
Experience using statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
Experience using process improvement methodologies and tools such as Six Sigma, Lean, FMEA, and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Benefits and Perks
Join a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
Equity ownership in the company
Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support
401(k) plan with company match
Flexible PTO and parental leave
Weekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-site
Once a month social hour on-site with food and drinks
