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Critical Lift and Move Production Engineering Analyst

Titusville, Florida Job ID JR2026514346 Category Engineering - Production Role Type Onsite Post Date Jun. 12, 2026
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Job Description

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Boeing Defense & Space (BDS) is seeking a 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 hardware at KSC. This role holds authoring and redline 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.

Key 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.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

The position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate

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

  • 5+ 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)

Conflict of Interest:

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

Relocation:

  • This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Shift Work Statement:

  • This position is for 1st shift

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. 

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

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


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 29, 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

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

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