Assembly Mechanic - Underwing

Davita Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aerospace sector seeks an Assembler in Wichita, Kansas, to perform assembly, testing, and inspection of aircraft components. Candidates should have relevant experience with structural sheet metal and be able to perform physical tasks in potentially confined spaces. Join a dynamic team dedicated to quality and innovation in the aerospace industry.

Benefits

$5,000 Kansas Aviation tax credit

Qualifications

• 6+ months of aircraft structural sheet metal experience or Aero Structural Training.
• Willingness to work any shift.
• Ability to pass the WorkKeys Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and inspect parts and assemblies.
• Ensure compliance with work instructions and specifications.
• Support continuous product flow by training and assisting employees.

Skills

Aircraft structural sheet metal experience

Ability to work in confined spaces

Use of power and hand tools

Physical tasks like climbing and lifting

Job description

Overview

Spirit AeroSystems designs and builds aerostructures for both commercial and defense customers. With headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, Spirit operates sites in the U.S., U.K., France, and Malaysia. The company's core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles, and wing components for the world's premier aircraft. Spirit AeroSystems focuses on affordable, innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions to support customers around the globe.

Responsibilities

Assemble, form, perform functional tests, and inspect parts and assemblies into end-items, working from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures to ensure the timely delivery of quality products to the customer. Tasks include multi-tasking where applicable.

1. Obtain required information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, documents, verbal and electronic sources.

2. Use shop mathematics and precision measuring or test instruments to complete work assignments and functional test assemblies and components.

3. Utilize tooling in the assembly of components into sub-assemblies or end items.

4. Verify work performed complies with work instructions and meets process and/or engineering specifications. Identify discrepancies per applicable procedures.

5. Ensure equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure.

6. Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of daily duties (e.g., replacing machine filters, changing light bulbs, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels).

7. Move product within the manufacturing area using shop equipment, and complete transactions to transfer product to the next operation.

8. Perform work within scheduled timelines.

9. Support continuous product flow by training and assisting employees at all levels.

10. Assist in training other assembly personnel in assembly, installation, and inspection techniques.

11. Cross-train in inspection and become SIA qualified.

Level B

1. Perform all duties of Level C and any two of the following:

2. Operate coordinate measuring systems or perform complex functional tests of hardware.

3. Work within quality, cost, and schedule requirements for assigned product lines.

4. Demonstrate knowledge of shop performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Required:

• Possess 6+ months of aircraft structural sheet metal experience or have completed Aero Structural Training, or relevant experience using power and/or hand tools.

• Ability to work on concrete floors, uneven surfaces, confined spaces, and perform physical tasks such as climbing, crawling, lifting, and moving parts/tools.

• Main tasks involve constant drilling, bucking, and riveting, with overtime as needed.

• Pass the WorkKeys Assessment or provide verification of passing; assessments can be completed in advance.

• Willingness to work any shift, including alternative work weeks.

Kansas Tax Credit: Eligible employees may receive a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. More information is available.

Spirit AeroSystems is an equal opportunity employer, considering qualified applicants regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected factors.