Industrial Engineer - Lean Practitioner, Early Career

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

As an Industrial Engineer(IE) - Lean Practitioner new grad at Viasat, you are joining a growing and dynamic group of Lean Practitioners. You will be integrated into the broader IE team in both Duluth and across the organization.

In this role, you will play a key part in analyzing and improving the performance of manufacturing lines. Your primary tool will be Discrete Event Analysis using ProModel. Partnering with a Senior Industrial Engineer, you will identify inefficiencies, design data-driven solutions, and implement process improvements to drive operational excellence. You will work on optimizing workflows, minimizing waste, and enhancing overall productivity while contributing to Lean initiatives that foster a culture of continuous improvement. This role provides an opportunity to directly impact the success of the organization while building your technical expertise and problem-solving skills.

Your daily responsibilities will include gathering and analyzing manufacturing data, running simulations in ProModel, identifying areas for improvement, and presenting your findings. Expect to engage with cross-functional teams to collect data, explain insights, and support the implementation of solutions. From on-the-floor observations to troubleshooting real-time challenges, your work will focus on driving efficiency and supporting the seamless operation of the manufacturing processes. Each day will offer new opportunities to learn, innovate, and make a measurable impact.

• Completion of a Bachelor's degree or higher between August 2023 and May 2025 in a technical discipline such as Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, Operations Research, Engineering Management, or a related field
• Internship, Co-Op, or other experience in Industrial Engineering, Change Management, Continuous Improvement or similar role
• Exposure to Discrete Event Simulation and preferably ProModel
• Proven ability to clearly articulate messages to a variety of audiences with professional poise and business maturity
• Proven ability to own and lead change implementation
• Broad understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, and other Industrial Engineering methodologies
• Willingness to travel up to 5% (domestic)
• US citizenship is required for this position

• Advanced-level MS Office skills (primarily Excel and Visio)
• Experience with Minitab or equivalent statistical analysis software
• Self-learning and inquisitive
• Outgoing and collaborative
• Resilient and determined

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.