Industrial Engineer

Engineer the Future of Space Exploration — Industrial Engineer Opportunity in Aviation

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a premier leader in the aviation and aerospace industry to hire a highly skilled Industrial Engineer to support cutting‑edge programs—including work on the Space Launch System (SLS). If you’re ready to apply advanced engineering expertise to real‑world, large‑scale systems that shape the future, this is your opportunity.

As an Industrial Engineer, you will drive transformational improvements across manufacturing and engineering operations. Your work will directly enhance production performance, cost efficiency, and product quality while contributing to one of the most exciting aerospace programs in the industry. You will operate at a strategic level, influencing decisions through data analysis, advanced modeling, and process optimization.

Location: New Orleans, LA 70129

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 1st Shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM)

Job Type: Full‑Time Consultant (12 Months)

Pay Rate: $54 to $64/hour

• Apply advanced industrial engineering principles to optimize manufacturing, engineering, and service operations

• Develop and utilize models, databases, and analytical tools (statistics, simulation, operations research) to guide data‑driven decisions

• Design and improve processes to enhance schedule performance, cost reduction, and quality outcomes

• Collaborate with product and process design teams to ensure efficient, scalable production systems

• Lead Lean initiatives and large‑scale process improvements across integrated systems

• Independently manage project scope, timelines, costs, and risks using structured project management tools

• Conduct value stream analysis
  , including capacity planning, supplier performance, workflow optimization, and logistics

• Optimize utilization of resources —facilities, workforce, materials, and equipment

• Support the Space Launch System (SLS) program
  , contributing to mission‑critical aerospace innovations

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or technical discipline (ABET‑accredited preferred)

• 5+ years of related experience in industrial engineering or similar environments

• Proficiency in MESci, Aurora, and constraints‑based scheduling tools

• Strong analytical capabilities with experience in modeling, simulation, and statistical analysis

• Proven ability to manage complex projects independently

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Engineering or related field

• Experience in aerospace or large‑scale manufacturing environments

• Demonstrated success implementing Lean methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives

• Strong background in value stream mapping, capacity planning, and logistics optimization

• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions

• The opportunity to contribute to high‑profile aerospace programs with real‑world impact

• A collaborative culture that values innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement

• Exposure to advanced engineering tools and large‑scale systems integration

• Competitive compensation and a chance to work on mission‑driven projects

• A dynamic environment where your expertise directly shapes outcomes

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies:
1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or
2) to certain foreign nationals that have…