The Associate Industrial Engineer position supports the Manager in working with operational teams to improve processes in order to drive higher operational efficiency. The Associate Engineer applies and performs advanced analytical, statistical, optimization modeling, and simulation techniques to Airport Planning/Layout and Standards establishment projects for both Operations and Resource Planning. The Associate Engineer is highly skilled at synthesizing and presenting data.
Essential Responsibilities
Use modeling/forecasting techniques to analyze schedule and recommend changes
Use optimization techniques to streamline operations issues
Conduct simulation modeling and statistical analysis for demand capacity assessments and to identify process bottlenecks, performing sensitivities where needed
Recommend new operational processes and/or procedures using tools such as six sigma, spreadsheet modeling, and discrete event simulation
Apply data analysis to provide perspectives on problem scope, impact, and recommendations to key stakeholders
Establish business cases in support of corporate initiatives and provide forecasted benefits
Perform Time Studies to establish operational standards
Guide cross-departmental project teams to define, analyze, and recommend improved processes
Assist in identifying areas of improvement opportunity (e.g. business processes, etc) by utilizing various tools such as process mapping, time study data collection, and Pareto charts
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Experience and Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, or relevant field upon hire
Knowledge of statistics, modeling (Matlab, R, or Python), and/or computer simulation building (preferably in PROMODEL, ARENA, or similar software)
Excellent statistical analysis skills
Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office Products: Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
Able to effectively influence others at equal and higher levels of the organization
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, deadline driven team environment
Pass a ten (10) year background check and pre-employment drug test
Legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
Preferred Experience and Qualifications
Prior airline/aviation or airport planning experience
One (1) year of work experience in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or Simulation Modeling
Exposure to: SQL or SAS
Crewmember Expectations:
Regular attendance and punctuality
Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short-notice
Well-groomed and able to maintain a professional appearance
When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable Crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft
Organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Fun and Passion
Promote JetBlue's #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue's Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards
Identify safety concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue's confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report(SAR))
Equipment:
Computer and other office equipment
Work Environment:
Normal Office Environment
Physical Effort:
Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary)