Critical Lift & Move Analyst

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

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 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:

• 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.
• During critical operations shift adjustments may be necessary.

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 a clearance for access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Level 3: Typically, 6 or more years' related work experience
• Professional experience in Critical Lift or Heavy Haul or Crane Operations
• Professional experience developing plans for handling high value, program critical and large parts requiring crane/forklift operations

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education
• Level 4: Typically, 10 or more years' related work 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. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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.

Pay and Benefits:

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. Level 3 Summary pay range: $90,950 – $123,050. Level 4 Summary pay range: $111,350 - $150,650.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

If the successful candidate is not a “U.S. Person” (as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees) and the position requires access to export-controlled data, an appropriate export authorization by the U.S. Government may be required prior to such access. Employment, and the continuity of employment of non-U.S. persons, is contingent upon the company’s ability to secure and maintain the necessary export control authorization.

Safety Sensitive:

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

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program:

This position is not contingent upon program award.

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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