Operations Engineer Jobs in Missouri

Operations Engineer jobs in Missouri are in steady demand, with strong hiring concentrated in aerospace and defense, advanced manufacturing, logistics, and energy infrastructure. Kansas City and St. Louis anchor the market, drawing engineers into facilities run by large employers such as Boeing, Emerson Electric, and Cerner (now part of Oracle Health). Mid-sized metros like Springfield also see consistent openings, particularly in industrial operations and utilities. The most sought-after specialties include process optimization, systems reliability, and supply chain operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles9
Top employerH&R Block
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring6
Work type100% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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JBS Foods
Operations Project Engineer
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JBS Foods
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Operations Project Engineer
JBS Foods
Columbia, Missouri
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$125k - $150k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Gulfstream Aerospace
Operations Engineer III
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Gulfstream Aerospace
Added 1w ago
Operations Engineer III
Gulfstream Aerospace
St. Louis, Missouri
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$83k - $114k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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NoTraffic
Network Operations Center Engineer
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NoTraffic
Added 1mo ago
Network Operations Center Engineer
NoTraffic
Kansas City, Missouri
IT Support
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
On-Site

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Cboe Global Markets
Network Engineer - Operations
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Cboe Global Markets
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Network Engineer - Operations
Cboe Global Markets
Kansas City, Missouri
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
$85k - $121k/yr
AWS Certification
1,001-5,000

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H&R Block
Machine Learning Ops Engineer
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H&R Block
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Machine Learning Ops Engineer
H&R Block
Missouri
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$91k - $146k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Operations Engineer Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

St. Louis
2 jobs
Kansas City
2 jobs
Carthage
1 job
Columbia
1 job
Chesterfield
1 job
Saint Joseph
1 job

Operations Engineer Job Market in Missouri

A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

H&R Block
H&R Block1 open role
JBS Foods
JBS Foods1 open role
NoTraffic
NoTraffic1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Consumer Goods
  • Technology & Software

What Missouri Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in operations engineer jobs across Missouri.

  • Bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical, systems, or a related engineering discipline
  • Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
  • Proficiency in process analysis tools and operational data management systems
  • Familiarity with OSHA safety regulations and Missouri workplace compliance standards
  • Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams in production or logistics environments
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting to plant or site leadership

Operations Engineer Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a operations engineer in Missouri?

Most operations engineer roles in Missouri require a bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical, systems, or manufacturing engineering from an accredited program. Missouri does not require a state-issued license for most operations engineering positions in private industry, though engineers who offer services to the public may register with the Missouri Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, and Professional Geologists. Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or project management strengthen candidacy considerably.

Which companies hire operations engineers in Missouri?

Companies currently hiring operations engineers in Missouri include H&R Block, JBS Foods, and NoTraffic, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Missouri's mix of aerospace, defense, healthcare technology, and advanced manufacturing means openings appear across a broad range of industries and facility types throughout the state.

Which Missouri cities have the most operations engineer jobs?

St. Louis, Kansas City, and Missouri account for the largest share of operations engineer openings in Missouri. St. Louis drives volume through its aerospace, bioscience, and advanced manufacturing base, including major employers like Boeing and Emerson Electric, while Kansas City's logistics, energy, and healthcare technology sectors sustain consistent demand, and Springfield contributes openings tied to regional manufacturing and utilities operations.

Are there remote operations engineer jobs in Missouri?

Yes, but they're rare. Operations engineering is largely a hands-on discipline tied to physical plants, production lines, and infrastructure sites, so fully remote roles represent a small portion of the market. About 0% of operations engineer openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the practical on-site nature of most positions. The roles most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements involve data analysis, process documentation, and systems oversight rather than direct floor operations.

How can I get hired as a operations engineer in Missouri with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship with a Missouri manufacturer or logistics operator while completing an engineering degree, since employers like Boeing, Emerson Electric, and large Kansas City-area distribution firms regularly convert interns to full-time hires. Candidates without internship experience can target junior process analyst, production coordinator, or manufacturing associate roles as lateral entry points. Earning a Lean Yellow Belt or a Six Sigma Green Belt certification before applying gives early-career candidates a measurable credential that Missouri industrial employers consistently value.

Where can I find and apply to operations engineer jobs in Missouri?

You can find and apply to operations engineer jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience and location preference and apply directly to each employer through the listing.

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