Facilities Project Manager – Aerospace Growth

Spirit AeroSystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Wichita, KS, seeks a Facilities Project Manager to lead facility layout, infrastructure and capital planning for the Spirit/Boeing Wichita site.

You will manage a team, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and report progress to senior leadership. The role emphasizes collaboration with Quality, Assembly, Procurement and Supply Chain, with a focus on operational efficiency and long-term campus planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
• 2+ years of experience leading teams or major cross-functional projects.
• 7+ years of facilities management experience.
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration in manufacturing.
• Experience presenting updates to senior leadership.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead production facility layout planning, site seating strategy, and infrastructure planning to support operational and production needs.
• Manage and develop a team responsible for facilities planning and coordination activities.
• Oversee capital expenditure planning, project tracking, and reporting for facilities-related initiatives.
• Serve as the focal point supporting Boeing Wichita integration efforts for Global Real Estate and Facilities workstreams.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Quality, Assembly, Procurement, Supply Chain, Machining, and Facilities to support site planning and operational initiatives.
• Provide leadership and direction for facility-related projects to ensure alignment with business priorities and operational requirements.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and communicate updates to senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities for facility improvements that increase operational efficiency and support production growth.
• Support long-term facility planning initiatives and campus space utilization strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project updates

Manufacturing/operational exposure

Communication/presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Wichita, KS, seeks a Facilities Project Manager to lead facility layout, infrastructure and capital planning for the Spirit/Boeing Wichita site.

You will manage a team, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and report progress to senior leadership. The role emphasizes collaboration with Quality, Assembly, Procurement and Supply Chain, with a focus on operational efficiency and long-term campus planning.