Industrial/Operations Engineer - E2

Overview In this role you help optimize production operations at Santa Barbara Focalplane by applying industrial engineering methods to improve capacity, efficiency, and throughput. You will partner with cross-functional teams to model systems, develop standards, and visualize performance while leading continuous improvement initiatives. You’ll work on simulation, factory layouts, MES development, and Lean Six Sigma to support mission-critical manufacturing. This is a chance to shape operations in a high-stakes environment and drive measurable gains. Compensation / BenefitsMedicalDentalVisionFlexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10)401(k) matchPaid time off ResponsibilitiesProvide industrial engineering support through capacity modeling and standards developmentMeasure and visualize factory performance and drive improvement projectsConduct simulation modeling, factory layouts, and facility expansion effortsDevelop and deploy MES solutions and Lean Six Sigma initiativesLead continuous improvement activities and communicate results to leadershipReport to the site Operations Engineering manager Key requirementsBachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related fieldExperience with discrete event simulation modeling and capacity analysis or continuous improvement projectsU.S. Citizenship required due to access requirementsStrong communication of data, reports, and visualizationsProblem-solving and analytical thinkingCross-functional collaborationDiscrete event simulation tools (Simio preferred; Process Simulator or AnyLogic)Capacity modeling and analysis (equipment utilization, throughput)Lean Six Sigma tools and statistical analysis