Industrial Engineer

Systel, Inc.

$80K — $100K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering
  • Ten+ years of industrial/manufacturing engineering experience in a complex environment
  • Significant production floor experience with process improvements and assembly line troubleshooting
  • Experience in aerospace or automotive sectors with knowledge of manufacturing regulations
  • Familiarity with ruggedized computing hardware or durable electronics is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Analyze production workflows to eliminate waste and improve efficiency using lean methodologies
  • Design and update facility layouts and optimize workstation ergonomics
  • Conduct time studies and analyze equipment capacity to manage production lines effectively
  • Specify and oversee procurement and installation of manufacturing equipment and tooling
  • Collaborate with quality control, supply chain, and design engineering for smooth product transitions

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with complex aerospace-focused products
  • Engagement in hands-on process improvement and direct production support
  • Involvement in cross-functional collaboration with diverse teams
  • Potential for professional growth in a growing business environment
  • Work within a safety-focused and efficiency-driven culture
Full Job Description
Systel Careers - Industrial Engineer - Sugar Land, TX
Systel's business is growing, and with it comes increased production and a broader range of complex, aerospace-focused products. The Industrial Engineer designs, implements, and refines manufacturing systems to ensure products are built efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards. This role bridges the gap between product design and physical production by transforming engineering blueprints into scalable manufacturing workflows.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Process Optimization: Analyze production workflows to eliminate waste, reduce cycle times, and improve overall manufacturing efficiency using lean methodologies.
  • Floor Layout Design: Design and update facility layouts, workstation ergonomics, and material flow paths to maximize space utilization and worker safety.
  • Capacity Planning: Conduct time studies, establish labor standards, and analyze equipment capacity to balance production lines and meet demand schedules.
  • Tooling and Equipment: Specify, procure, and oversee the installation of manufacturing equipment, fixtures, and specialized tooling for the assembly floor.
  • Cross Functional Collaboration: Partner with quality control, supply chain, and design engineering to transition new products smoothly from prototype to full production.
Education and Experience
  • Minimum Requirement: Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering from an accredited university.
  • Core Experience: Ten or more years of professional experience in industrial engineering or manufacturing engineering within a complex production environment.
  • Hands On Expertise: Extensive time spent on the production floor directly implementing process improvements, troubleshooting assembly lines, and collaborating with technicians.
  • Industry Domain: Proven experience in the aerospace or automotive sectors, with a deep understanding of standard manufacturing regulations, strict quality systems, and production tracking.
  • Ruggedized Computing: Experience working with the assembly and testing ruggedized computing hardware or highly durable electronics is a major asset.
Physical Requirements:
  • Must be comfortable staying active on their feet while working on the production floor to support daily Operation's needs.

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