Critical Lift & Move Analyst

Boeing • Kennedy Space Center, FL

11h • Onsite

About The Position

The Boeing Company’s Boeing Defense & Space organization is seeking a Critical Lift and Move Analyst to join the NASA Artemis Space Launch System (SLS) team at Kennedy Space Center, Florida. This role plans, oversees, and executes critical lift and move operations for Core Stage hardware across SLS production sites, including Kennedy Space Center and the Michoud Assembly Facility. The position has red-line authority for lift and move plans and is responsible for safe, efficient handling of program-critical hardware. It is expected to be 100% onsite.

The specialist develops lift and move plans, conducts critical lifts and moves, serves as Lift Person In Charge (LPIC), and operates or supports crane, SPMT, straddle carrier, and aerial lift equipment. The role also participates in flight hardware and tooling design reviews to integrate safe handling and transportation methods. During critical operations, shift adjustments may be necessary.

Candidates must meet Export Control compliance requirements; the posting identifies a “US Person” as required. The successful candidate must be able to obtain access clearance for a NASA facility. The position does not require a security clearance. It is a NASA safety-sensitive position subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Boeing will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Level 3: typically 6 or more years of related work experience.
• Professional experience in critical lift, heavy haul, or crane operations.
• Professional experience developing plans for handling high-value, program-critical, large parts requiring crane or forklift operations.
• Meet applicable Export Control compliance requirements; the posting states that a US Person is required.
• Ability to obtain clearance for access to a NASA facility.
• Ability to adjust shifts during critical operations as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Level 4: typically 10 or more years of related work experience.
• Certifications in crane, rigging, ironworking, and heavy equipment operations.
• Well organized, detail oriented, and able to multitask while working within time constraints and deadlines.
• Experience developing work instructions.
• Experience with AGV/SPMT operations and/or hydraulic lift trailers.
• Rigging experience.
• Class A commercial driver’s license with hazmat endorsement.
• Ability to excel in an extremely fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Experience within aerospace or automotive production.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, compliant movement of flight hardware and ground support equipment (GSE) using proper procedures and team coordination.
• Operate overhead cranes and self-propelled modular transporters (SPMTs) to load, position, receive, and stage flight hardware.
• Execute lifts and transports for incoming deliveries and outbound shipments while maintaining hardware integrity.
• Create, update, and follow work instructions and checklists for packaging, transport, and handling tasks.
• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and management to maintain transport systems and GSE to a high quality standard and meet current and future manifests.
• Identify and recommend process, timing, and safety improvements, and participate in implementation and lessons-learned activities.
• Use mechanical tools and equipment independently and safely for handling and packaging tasks.
• Inspect basic transport and lift equipment and promptly report defects or maintenance needs.
• Coordinate lifts, document actions, and raise issues through verbal and written communication.
• Participate in flight hardware and tooling design reviews to integrate safe handling and transportation methods.
• Serve as Lift Person In Charge (LPIC) and exercise red-line authority for lift and move plans.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Relocation based on candidate eligibility; basic relocation is offered for eligible internal candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED