Senior Critical Lift and Move Production Engineering Analyst

Senior Critical Lift and Move Production Engineering Analyst

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense & Space (BDS) is currently looking for a Senior Critical Lift and Move Production Engineering Analyst to join the NASA Artemis Space Launch System (SLS) team located in Kennedy Space Center, FL.

As a member of the Critical Lift & Move team, you will be responsible for the planning, oversight, and execution of critical lift and move operations for Core Stage and Exploration Upper Stage (EUS) hardware across multiple SLS production sites (KSC, MAF). This role holds red-line authority for lift and move plans, ensuring safe and efficient handling of program-critical hardware.

Key duties include developing lift/move plans, conducting critical lifts and moves, serving as Lift Person In Charge (LPIC), and operating or supporting crane, SPMT, straddle carrier, and aerial lift equipment. The specialist actively participates in flight hardware and tooling design reviews to integrate safe handling and transportation methods.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe, compliant movement of flight hardware and ground support equipment (GSE) using proper procedures and team coordination.

• Operate heavy lifting equipment (overhead cranes) and self-propelled modular transporters (SPMTs) to load, position, receive, and stage flight hardware.

• Execute lifts and transports to support incoming deliveries and outbound shipments, ensuring hardware integrity throughout handling.

• Create, update, and follow clear work instructions and checklists for packaging, transport, and handling tasks.

• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and management to maintain transport systems and GSE at a high quality standard to meet current and future manifests.

• Identify and recommend process, timing, and safety improvements; participate in implementation and lessons-learned activities.

• Use a variety of mechanical tools and equipment independently and safely to complete handling and packaging tasks.

• Inspect basic transport and lift equipment; report defects or maintenance needs promptly.

• Strong verbal and written communication to coordinate lifts, document actions, and raise issues.

• Meticulous attention to detail to protect flight hardware and ensure compliance with procedures.

• Commitment to safety, housekeeping, and adherence to corporate policies and standards.

• Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• 3+ years of experience in Critical Lift or Heavy Haul or Crane Operations

• 3+ years of experience developing plans for handling high value, program critical and large parts requiring crane/forklift operations

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Certifications in crane, rigging, ironworking and heavy equipment operations

• Well organized and able to multi-task, detail oriented while also working within time constraints and deadlines

• Experience with developing work instructions

• Experience with AGV/SPMT operations and/or hydraulic lift trailers

• Experience in rigging

• Commercial driver’s license A with hazmat endorsement

• Excels at operating in an extremely fast-paced and dynamic environment

• Experience within aerospace or automotive production

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Typical Education/Experience: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master+8 years' related work experience, 14 years' related work experience, etc.).

NASA Site Access:

This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.

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.

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. 

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