Composite Mechanic

Boeing; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing in Wichita, KS is seeking a skilled fabrication operator to join our team. You will work on a variety of composite and metal parts, operating multiple machines to ensure timely, high-quality production.

Responsibilities include loading and operating curing equipment, performing rework, and following drawings and specifications. This union-represented role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits under the collective bargaining agreement.

Qualifications

• All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks.
• A post-offer vision examination is required to confirm applicants are able to perform the tasks of the position.

Responsibilities

• Team with others to fabricate, assemble, form, finish and inspect a wide variety of structural and non-structural fiberglass, acrylic and other composite and metal parts, tools, and assemblies.
• Work from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures, to assure the timely delivery of quality products to the customer.
• Perform multi-tasking and multi-machine operation where applicable.
• Operate impregnating, perforating, cutting, roll form, press and curing machines, and testing equipment in the fabrication of composite materials and core details in accordance with established processes and procedures.
• Load, unload, and operate ovens and autoclaves in the curing of parts and assemblies.
• Operate portable repair/bonding equipment to accomplish rework, repair or change incorporation on completed assemblies.
• Disassemble and prepare assemblies to accomplish rework, repair or change incorporation on completed assemblies.
• Other directly related duties as requested and required.

Skills

Willingness to work shifts

Post-offer vision examination

Composite experience

Wet layup

Graphite

Bagging of complex parts

Hand tools

Kevlar

Fiberglass

Epoxy-resin

Composite sanding

Repair mechanic

Forklift experience

Machine operator

Job description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Location:

Wichita, KS

Position Responsibilities:

Team with others to fabricate, assemble, form, finish and inspect a wide variety of structural and non-structural fiberglass, acrylic and other composite and metal parts, tools, and assemblies. Work from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures, to assure the timely delivery of quality products to the customer. Perform multi-tasking and multi-machine operation where applicable.

• Operate impregnating, perforating, cutting, roll form, press and curing machines, and testing equipment in the fabrication of composite materials and core details in accordance with established processes and procedures.
• Load, unload, and operate ovens and autoclaves in the curing of parts and assemblies.
• Operate portable repair/bonding equipment to accomplish rework, repair or change incorporation on completed assemblies.
• Disassemble and prepare assemblies to accomplish rework, repair or change incorporation on completed assemblies.
• Other directly related duties as requested and required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks.
• A post-offer vision examination is required to confirm applicants are able to perform the tasks of the position.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Composite experience
• Wet Layup, graphite
• Bagging of complex parts
• Working with hand tools
• Kevlar
• Fiberglass
• Epoxy-resin
• Composite sanding
• Repair Mechanic
• Forklift Experience
• Machine Operator

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

Drug Free Workplace:

We are 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.

Pay & Benefits:

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.

We also provide 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.

Pay:

$23.66/hour, with potential to earn up to $39.32/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.

Kansas Tax Credit:

Join Spirit AeroSystems' Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years.

Export Control Requirements:

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

• 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.