Manufacturing Operations Analyst

Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Operations Analyst to support our Argon team at Smithfield, PA.
Position Responsibilities:

• Remove barriers by working with functional support groups.
• Assess and implements ways to improve processes, including data keeping and stream-lining communication.
• Continuously monitor and track the progress of work through various stages of production.
• Identify production inefficiencies and suggest potential improvements to products or processes.
• Support colleagues with an open-door policy to take part in seek, speak, and listen techniques.
• Remain flexible due to varying project requirements.
• Review, monitor, investigate, and update issue items with the latest pertinent information.
• Lead conversations and tasks while providing knowledge and commitment to production.
• Take part in team efforts to work through Rapid Systematic Problem Solving or Boeing Problem Solving Metrics.
• Provide hands on targeted, task level coaching on harness repair, connector pinning, wire routing, bonding/grounding, and installation best practices.
• Observe technicians during tasks to identify skill gaps, unsafe practices, and opportunities to improve workmanship and first-time quality.
• Capture and distribute lessons learned, common wiring/harness failure modes, and effective troubleshooting techniques to reduce repeat defects

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Experience using Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
• Experience partnering with cross-functional teams on projects and initiatives
• Experience in a role that requires effective communication with employees and/or peers.
• Experience leading teams in a formal and/or informal role
• Ability to work any shift assigned
• Experience analyzing and interpreting data from multiple sources

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5 + years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience working in a production environment
• Experience implementing lean manufacturing principles in a production system
• Experience in an aerospace, fabrication or manufacturing environment
• Experience with the Boeing Production System
• Experience working with ESD, IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-620 standards

Additional Information:

• This position requires travel up to 10% of the time

Shift:

• Availability to work any shift as needed

Relocation:

• This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense

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: $74,800 - $101,200 USD
Applicants must apply before June 11th to be considered for this position
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 12, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
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.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
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.