Material & Process Engineer

Boeing; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 79,000 - 147,250; Full time

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. is seeking an experienced engineer in Kansas to support aerostructures development, design and manufacturing. You will work across teams to ensure quality and compliance while applying engineering principles to various stages of the product lifecycle.

This role emphasizes collaboration, independent work, and strong time management to meet project milestones in a union environment. Kansas-based position with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 2+ years as Associate Engineer (Level 2) or equivalent in related field.
• 5+ years as Mid-Level Engineer (Level 3) in related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multi-functional teams.
• Ability to learn and work independently and manage time efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles to support development, design, manufacturing, assembly, evaluation/inspection, and procurement of aerostructures.
• Recommend processes, coatings, and components considering environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Develop new concepts for aerostructures aligned with OEM process requirements.
• Support R&D projects to resolve challenges and advance materials technology.
• Innovate chemical processes and assembly operations for efficiency, cost-effectiveness and compliance.
• Contribute to engineering standards and specifications maintenance.
• Review and approve engineering drawings and documents for conformance.
• Utilize root cause corrective actions to improve delivery and quality.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration across teams

Independent learning

Time management

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelors in Chemical, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Catia V5/6

Enovia

PASS

PDMLink

MS Project

SAP/cERP/gPLM

MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook/Access/Visio)

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.

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.

Key Accountabilities

• Apply Engineering Principles: Utilize engineering knowledge to support the development, design, manufacturing, assembly, evaluation/inspection, and procurement of aircraft or aerospace structural details and assemblies.
• Material Selection and Development: Recommend and select processes, coatings, and components, considering environmental and regulatory requirements for chemical, environmental, and mechanical aspects of aerostructures.
• Concept Development: Develop new concepts for aerostructures aligned with OEM process requirements.
• Research and Development: Support research projects to resolve process challenges, enhance manufacturing and assembly processes, and advance aerospace materials technology.
• Process Improvement: Innovate chemical process and assembly operations to achieve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, environmental sustainability, and compliance with contractual and regulatory standards.
• Standards Development: Contribute to the development and maintenance of engineering standards and specifications.
• Documentation: Review and approve engineering drawings and documents for part conformance and to assist in resolving part failure analysis for fabrication, assembly and in service problems.
• Problem-Solving and Quality Improvement: Utilize analytical problem‑solving skills to enhance delivery efficiency and quality, including Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCAs).

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Associate Engineer (Level 2): 2+ years working as an engineer in a related field
• Mid-Level Engineer (Level 3): 5+ years working as an engineer in a related field
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multi‑functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to learn and work independently
• Effective time management

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Industry Experience: Prior experience in the aircraft/aerospace industry focusing on aerostructure materials, processes, and standards.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD tools such as Catia V5/6, Enovia, PASS, PDMLink, along with Project Planning (MS Project), Engineering Resource Planning Tools (SAP/cERP/gPLM), and standard MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, Visio).
• Advanced Education or Experience: A Master’s degree in Chemical, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering is preferred. Alternatively, a minimum of five years of direct technical experience in aircraft/aerospace engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Process Improvement: Training or certification in Lean or Six Sigma.

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.

Summary Pay Range - Associate Engineer (Level 2): $79,000 - $121,100

Summary Pay Range - Mid-Level Engineer (Level 3): $96,050 - $147,250

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. Click here for more information on the tax credit.

Export Control Requirements

• 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.