Mid-Level Technical Training Instructor

Boeing; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 68,650 - 105,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid time away

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. is seeking an experienced training designer to shape and deliver onboarding and professional certification programs.

You will develop engaging sessions and demos, coach new hires, and partner with departments to tailor learning experiences that align with evolving products and technologies. The role emphasizes instructional design best practices, collaboration with HR, and ensuring compliance with policies while supporting a strong, inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with sheet metal and/or composite materials, with a strong background in training, coaching, or mentoring.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and comfortable using eLearning authoring tools like Articulate or Adobe Captivate.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Highly organized, self‑motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging technical training sessions, product demos, and certification programs using up-to-date materials.
• Coach new employees through the assembly process and lead onboarding classes to ensure a strong start.
• Partner with departments to assess training needs and create customized, impactful learning experiences.
• Design, update, and continuously improve lesson plans and course content to align with new products and technologies.
• Collaborate with HR and other teams to ensure training strategies are relevant, compliant, and aligned with company goals.

Skills

Sheet metal

Composite materials

Training/mentoring

Microsoft Office

eLearning tools

Tools

Articulate

Adobe Captivate

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 aluminium manufacturing solutions.

Position Responsibilities

You will play a key role in shaping our workforce by designing and delivering impactful training programs that support both new hire onboarding and seasoned professional certification.

• Deliver engaging technical training sessions, product demos, and certification programs using up-to-date materials.
• Coach new employees through the assembly process and lead onboarding classes to ensure a strong start.
• Partner with departments to assess training needs and create customized, impactful learning experiences.
• Design, update, and continuously improve lesson plans and course content to align with new products and technologies.
• Collaborate with HR and other teams to ensure training strategies are relevant, compliant, and aligned with company goals.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 5+ years of experience with sheet metal and/or composite materials, with a strong background in training, coaching, or mentoring.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and comfortable using eLearning authoring tools like Articulate or Adobe Captivate.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Highly organized, self‑motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities independently.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Subject matter expert with experience in instructional design (e.g., ADDIE) and motivating, engaging learners.
• Familiar with multimedia tools for video/audio content creation (e.g., Camtasia, Adobe Premiere, Audition).

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 – Mid-Level (Level 3): $68,650 - $105,300

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.

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 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.