Fabrication Process Mechanic - Heat Treat

Spirit AeroSystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 34,440 - 56,481; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union representation

Drug Free Workplace

Pay & Benefits

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems in Wichita, KS, is seeking a Heat Treatment Technician to operate and optimize heat processing of metals and alloys. The role requires reading engineering drawings, maintaining equipment, and ensuring strict adherence to Nadcap and safety standards.

Responsibilities include setting up furnaces, monitoring processes, performing annealing/hardening/ tempering, and documenting results. This union-represented position offers competitive pay based on experience and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Comfortable working with technical documentation such as product tech sheets and process guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely
• Effective communication, problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Conduct heat treatment processes on metals and alloys to alter their properties.
• Continuously monitor heat treatment processes to meet job requirements and safety regulations.
• Set up, operate, and maintain heat-treating equipment including furnaces and quenching systems.
• Perform heat treatment processes such as annealing, hardening, and tempering.
• Examine finished products for defects and conduct quality control tests.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Maintain accurate records of processes and results.

Skills

Engineering drawings interpretation

Technical documentation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent and team work

Lift up to 50 lbs

Shift flexibility

Education

Certification or degree in related field

Tools

Heat treatment equipment operation

Job description

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units ("Spirit Commercial"). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.

Responsibilities

Location: Wichita, KS

Position Responsibilities:

• Conducting heat treatment processes on metals and alloys to alter their physical and mechanical properties
• Continuously monitor the heat treatment processes to ensure they meet specified job requirements and safety regulations.
• Set up, operate, and maintain heat-treating equipment including:
• Furnaces
• Quenching systems
• Perform heat treatment processes such as:
• Annealing
• Hardening
• Tempering
• Examine finished products for defects and ensure they conform to specifications, conducting quality control tests, as necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of processes and results.
• Knowledge of the Nadcap requirements
• Ability to interact with auditors and demonstrate understanding of specifications and have the ability to execute work instructions.
• Assist in developing and implementing heat treatment procedures and techniques to improve efficiency and product quality.
• Understand heat treatment principles and metallurgy for altering material properties effectively.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Utilize strong attention to detail to ensure processes are followed accurately and products meet quality standards.
• Troubleshoot issues that arise during the heat treatment process and implement effective solutions.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications (e.g., BAC standards).
• Comfortable working with technical documentation such as product tech sheets and process guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely
• Effective communication, problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., bend, climb, stoop, and stand for extended periods
• Endure exposure to heat, dust, noise, humidity, and fumes
• Willingness to work non-standard hours (2nd shift).

Preferred Qualifications

• Have a clear understanding of heat treatment principles and metallurgy
• Ability to set up, operate, and maintain heat-treating equipment, as well as read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Certification or a degree in a related field.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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.

Union

This is a union-represented position.

Pay & Benefits

• competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
• 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.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $24.81 – $41.27

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. for more information on the tax credit.