Entry Level Software Engineer Jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

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Position Summary
In this role, you will provide technical leadership and strategic oversight to the logistics and supply chain operations within the Cedar Rapids, IA facility. By integrating the disciplines of Industrial Engineering and Project Management, you will be responsible for optimizing the flow of materials, managing complex logistics projects, and eliminating bottlenecks to ensure seamless product delivery. This role serves as a critical bridge between production planning and final delivery, driving continuous improvement through technical guidance and disciplined project execution.
This position is on first shift working a 5/40 schedule-Monday-Friday, 7:30am-3:30pm.
In this Industrial Engineer / Project Manager (Logistics) role, you will make impacts in the following ways:

• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of logistics improvement projects by managing scopes, timelines, and cross-functional teams. Optimize material flow and warehouse utilization to maximize asset efficiency and reduce lead times. Resolve complex technical challenges by collaborating with design and manufacturing engineering to integrate shipping and handling requirements into the product lifecycle.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Industrial Tech or equivalent
• Entry level or start of career working in a manufacturing environment supporting safety, quality, cost and delivery.
• Experience with managing projects related to continuous improvements, capital investments and product line moves

Preferred Skills and Education

• Experience with the aerospace and defense industry (AS9100 standards)
• Experience with lean manufacturing methodologies (Green Belt Certification is a plus)
• Experience with executing rate changes and plant layout initiatives
• Experience with project management, capital equipment acquisition, and onboarding software
• Logistics experience