Spirit Defense - Associate Industrial Engineer

Spirit Defense, A Boeing Company; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kansas aviation tax credit

Total Rewards package

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Wichita, KS, is seeking an Industrial Engineer to analyze and optimize production workflows for maximum efficiency. The role focuses on capacity analysis, facility layout, and standard work to improve product flow and eliminate delays.

Requirements include an ABET‑accredited engineering degree, 2+ years of related industrial engineering experience, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance with Special Program Access.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited program
• 2+ years of related industrial engineering experience
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (U.S. citizenship required)

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and designs sequence of operations and workflow to improve efficiencies in plant and production facilities and equipment layouts
• May establish or assist in accident prevention measures and may manage training programs for personnel
• Conducts studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, and production record systems to optimize product flow
• May assist facilities engineers in planning and design of facilities
• Develops and provides time standards to the shop floor and standard work for operations and processes
• Utilizes analytical skills for capacity analysis, tool and equipment utilization and line balancing

Skills

Industrial engineering experience

US citizenship eligibility

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Tools

Microsoft Office

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, at Spirit’s Defense Business Unit ("Spirit Defense"). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Analyzes and designs sequence of operations and workflow to improve efficiencies in plant and production facilities and equipment layouts; and establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel and optimization of product flow
• May establish or assist in establishing accident prevention measures and may manage training programs for personnel concerning all phases of production operations
• Conducts studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, and production record systems. Based on these studies, develops and implements optimized product flow
• May assist facilities engineers in the planning and design of facilities
• Develops and provides time standards to the shop floor as well as standard work for operations and processes
• Utilizes analytical skills for capacity analysis, tool and equipment utilization as well as line balancing

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.

The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at our Wichita, KS location.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited engineering program
• 2+ years of related industrial engineering experience
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access
• Experience in an Aircraft or Aerospace Manufacturing environment
• Composite experience
• Advanced Microsoft Office skill level
• Strong knowledge of industrial engineering tools used in production such as capacity analysis, facility layout, production improvements, etc.

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 (Level 2): $71,650 - $109,800

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.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Export Control Requirements:

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

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.