Entry-Level Aerospace Mechanical Engineer – Onsite Wichita

Spirit AeroSystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 62,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Wichita, KS, is seeking an Automation engineer to design, build and test innovative automation solutions for Spirit Commercial projects.

The role is 100% onsite, requiring CAD expertise and collaboration with mechatronics teams. Responsibilities include documenting requirements, conceptualizing solutions, using CAD tools to create parts, validating designs via simulations, and preparing manufacturing drawings and BOMs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with CAD design packages such as SolidWorks or CATIA (Part design, Assembly, drafting).
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and documents the problem statement and engineering requirements.
• Conceptualizes solutions to challenging problems.
• Uses 3D CAD software such as CATIA or SolidWorks to generate parts and assemblies.
• Validates mechanical designs through simulation and proof of concepts.
• Develops manufacturing drawings and BOMs.
• Collaborates with electrical and mechatronics engineers on integrated designs.
• Communicates status and results to team members, management and customers.
• Contributes to a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical/Mechatronics or related Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Microsoft Office

Job description

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Wichita, KS, is seeking an Automation engineer to design, build and test innovative automation solutions for Spirit Commercial projects.

The role is 100% onsite, requiring CAD expertise and collaboration with mechatronics teams. Responsibilities include documenting requirements, conceptualizing solutions, using CAD tools to create parts, validating designs via simulations, and preparing manufacturing drawings and BOMs.