Industrial Engineer, Armtec Defense Technologies Armtec Defense Technologies (Armtec) is an operating unit of the Transdigm Group (NYSE :
- TDG), an industry leader in aerospace and defense products and services.
- Armtec is comprised of three business units producing subcomponents for ordnance in Coachella, CA; decoy countermeasure flares in Camden AR; and radar countermeasure chaff in Lillington NC.
- At Armtec, we welcome skilled and enthusiastic people who share our determination and high standards to join us in our mission-critical work supporting the US and allied war-fighters who serve us all by defending democracy and protecting freedom.
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Armtec Defense Technologies is an operating unit of the TransDigm Group (NYSE : TDG).Industry :
Manufacturing Combustible Ordnance and Countermeasures Job Overview Title : Industrial Engineer Family Job : Engineering Reports to : Director of Engineering Works with : Mid -level managers and supervisors, peer engineers, operators, technicians, and suppliers.Location :
Lillington, North Carolina Type : Full-Time Job Summary The Industrial Engineer is a hands-on problem solver and process optimizer responsible for driving operational excellence. This role applies Lean manufacturing principles, data-driven analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. Industrial Engineer leads initiatives that enhance productivity, eliminate waste, and enable sustainable, high-efficiency operations aligned with company goals.Primary Responsibilities Lean and Continuous improvement Lead Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and waste elimination projects.Establish standard work, visual management, and 5S systems to sustain performance.Apply Lean tools such as Kanban and root cause analysis to reduce downtime and cost.
Process Optimization Analyze cycle time, scrap, and yield data to identify and implement process improvements.Optimize layouts, workflows, and ergonomics for productivity and safety.Support automation, additive manufacturing, and modern tools that enhance efficiency.Align new equipment requirements with operational workflows, performance targets, and maintenance needs to ensure seamless implementation.Technical Problem Solving Diagnose and correct process or equipment issues to ensure consistent quality.Partner with safety, operations, maintenance, quality, and engineering to implement robust solutions.Ensure processes meet design intent, regulatory, and customer requirements.Collaboration and Project Leadership Coordinate with engineering, quality, and supply chain to align improvement goals.Lead cross-functional projects from concept to implementation with clear metrics.Support sourcing, proposals, and technical documentation to ensure manufacturability.Qualifications 5+ years experience with application of Lean production methodologies, including pull systems and kanbans, to smooth production flow and meet takt.Strong analytical, communication, and facilitation skills.Green Belt or Lean Professional certification preferred.Must be authorized to work in the U.S.To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S.Government Armtec Competencies Demonstrate ability in the Armtec competencies as an employee :
customer focus, ethics and values, problem solving, integrity and trust, functional / technical skills, listening, action-oriented, composure and values diversity.Education & Professional Work Experience Requirements Minimum 4-year degree in industrial engineering or related field and 5+ years of experience in an engineering role in a lean manufacturing environment. Work Hours & Travel 4 / 10 work week M-Th and ability to support off-hours periodically as production needs require. To Apply Please apply on-line on the Armtec Career Website, www.armtecdefense.com Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / Disability / Protected Vet Powered by JazzHR