Senior Manufacturing Operations Analyst – Workplace Coach

Senior Manufacturing Operations Analyst – Workplace Coach

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Lead Manufacturing Operations Analyst – Workplace Coach (Level 4) to support Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) in New Orleans, LA!

This position is with the Boeing Exploration Launch Systems supporting production of the NASA SLS Core Stage and are based at the NASA Michoud Assembly Facility.

Boeing and NASA are building the world's largest rocket for human exploration of deep space.  The Space Launch System (SLS) provides a critical heavy-lift capability, powering people and cargo beyond our moon and into deep space to enable expansive exploration, science and security missions.

Boeing is the prime contractor for the design, development, test and production of the massive core stage, and development of the avionics.

Position Responsibilities:

• Conducts assessments of processes and practices for comparison to applicable standards and criteria
• Analyzes and interprets data
• Provides feedback on assessment results
• Serve as the on-floor structures subject matter expert (SME) who enables rapid skills transfer through hands on coaching rather than formal classroom instruction
• Observe technicians during live repairs and maintenance to identify skill gaps, unsafe work practices, and opportunities for efficiency or quality improvement
• Provide targeted, just in time coaching and mentoring to technicians on sheet metal, fastener installation, bonding, corrosion repair, and related structural tasks
• Contribute to root cause investigations for recurring structural issues and help define practical corrective and preventive actions at the workplace level
• Works at the appropriate level in the organization to implement strategies and plans
• Ensure all coaching activities align with Boeing quality systems, regulatory requirements, and site safety procedures; model human factors and a safety-first mindset
• Works under general direction
• Ensure that all training and coaching activities are documented in accordance with applicable procedures and standards

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 10+ years of experience with propulsion thermal protection systems
• 10+ years of experience working with cross-functional or cross-organizational teams to develop and implement plans, schedules, or solutions
• 10+ years of experience in NASA Space programs or a related Space or Defense program
• 5+ years of experience coaching in a manufacturing environment
• 5 years of experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems common image (MESci) experience
• 5+ years of experience implementing lean principles
• 5+ years of experience developing and implementing process improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment
• Able to walk, stand and enter A/C via steps or ladders

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience interfacing with senior and executive leadership
• Experience working with Lean+ and/or Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) tools

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process

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.

Travel:

This position may require travel up to 10% of the time

Shift:

This role is primarily first shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives

Total Rewards:

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.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $111,350 – $150,650

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is a NASA safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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