Mid-Level Quality Lab Technician – Materials & Testing Pro

Boeing; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 53,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union represented

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. is seeking a experienced materials tester to join the Wichita team.

The role focuses on qualitative and quantitative analysis of raw materials and finished components to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include assisting engineering with testing requirements, developing testing methods for composites and metals, and using precision measurement tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience testing raw materials and products.
• Ability to apply knowledge of engineering and science to testing materials (metals, composites, sealants, adhesives, rubbers, plastics).
• Proficiency with precision measurement instruments and shop mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished products to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory specifications.
• Assist Engineering by establishing testing requirements and providing test data.
• Develop or apply testing methods to validate conformance and improve efficiency.
• Extract information from prints, charts, or work orders to prepare details and assemblies for bonding/paint.
• Operate ovens/autoclaves and perform leak tests on bags or assemblies.
• Cut, sand, and finish composite/metal parts and tools to required tolerances.

Skills

Raw materials testing

Job description

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. is seeking a experienced materials tester to join the Wichita team.

The role focuses on qualitative and quantitative analysis of raw materials and finished components to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include assisting engineering with testing requirements, developing testing methods for composites and metals, and using precision measurement tools.