Process Lean Engineer (Product Lifecycle Proc Engrg)

Job Description

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Analyzes engineering design, manufacturing and product support requirements and applies industry standard analysis methods and techniques (e.g., Lean, 6-Sigma) to continuously improve and optimize solutions for complex engineering and manufacturing processes throughout the value stream. Utilizes a broad understanding of product design and build processes and applies principles of Lean Product Development, Theory of Constraints and Critical Chain Project Management to construct program planning models simulating the multi-functional dependencies of the product development lifecycle. Provides technical integration analysis to engineering design teams through the use of virtual visualization and simulation tools. In locations where SPEEA representation applies, this job family will be covered by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provides strategic direction for the application of industry standard analysis methods and techniques to continuously improve and optimize solutions for complex engineering and manufacturing processes throughout the value stream.
• Leads the adaptation and implementation of national and industry standards for product definition data.
• Instructs others in continuous improvement tools and principles.
• Develops and updates instructional materials. Seeks out new tools and techniques.
• Mentors instructors, experienced practitioners and leaders.
• Guides the effective application and integration of LEAN implementation.
• Leads and facilitates complex and high visibility process improvement efforts.
• Develops an integrated strategy and assists with its strategic deployment.
• Applies and integrates improvement processes and tools across the extended enterprise.
• Leads the development of new improvement tools.
• Benchmarks best practices.
• Leads and facilitates the improvement and standardization of enterprise policies and procedures.
• Interact with all levels of the organization to collaborate and integrate problematic areas of need

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret clearance post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor)
• Lean mindset understanding of the application of advance Lean tools as situations presents itself.
• Self sufficient with minimal guidance necessary to perform and seek out work in business need areas

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• SME on Hoshin Kanri process from development to deployment
• SME on Oobeya as a strategy deployment management process
• SME on OPD development and deployment

Typical Education/Experience: 

Expert (Level 5)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 20 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Summary pay range:

Level 5: $146,200-$197,800

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 10, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Contingent Upon Program Reward

The position is contingent upon program award

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.