Spirit Defense - Associate Operations Support Specialist

Spirit Defense, A Boeing Company; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 59,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, a Boeing company, seeks an operation process engineer to guide build plans, methods and sequences in defense manufacturing. You will apply production engineering principles and coordinate with engineering, lean, tooling, and operations.

Candidates should have 5+ years in manufacturing or a Bachelor's with 2+ years, and must be able to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance. Experience with lean, Six Sigma, SAP and data tools like Excel, Tableau, and Smartsheet is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, continuous improvement, and manufacturing support; OR a Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (citizenship required).
• Preferred: Lean and Six Sigma experience, SAP, manufacturing/shop floor experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to the build plan, including methods, sequence of steps, tool plans and layouts.
• Develop labor-hour estimates and tooling concepts for new bid proposals.
• Apply production engineering principles and coordinate with Engineering, lean, tooling, and operations.
• Develop quality and cost-effective methods and systems for production.
• Lead long-range technical research and mentor staff.
• Coordinate cross-functionally to implement process improvements.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Smartsheet

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

• As the operation process expert, this role provides guidance to the build plan, including methods and techniques, sequence of steps, tool plans, layouts, etc.
• Responsible for keeping up with industry best practices and implementing them within operations.
• Develop labor-hour estimates, as well as tooling and build concepts for new bid proposals.
• Provides expertise in production engineering disciplines.
• Applies principles and practices typically associated with quality engineering, industrial engineering, and manufacturing engineering functions, and coordinates with other support disciplines or core functions as required. Teams to coordinate with include Engineering, management, lean, tooling, and operations.
• Develops quality and cost-effective methods, standards, and systems for production by applying production engineering principles.
• Leads and participates in long-range technical research on proposed projects.
• Provides guidance to less-experienced manufacturing support staff.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 5+ years of experience (OR a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience) in manufacturing, continuous improvement, and manufacturing support
• 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)

• Bachelor’s Degree
• SAP experience
• Manufacturing/shop floor experience
• Lean and Six Sigma experience
• Understands RCCA process, can prepare a business case, process improvements
• Strong communication skills; aligning senior leadership on strategic objectives while effectively coaching frontline teams to execute them
• Experience with Continuous improvement
• Strong listening skills and a willingness to learn
• High level understanding of reading and intercepting drawings/blueprints related to asembly.
• Ability to work cross-functionally
• Strong analytical and data management skills, with proficiency in Excel, Tableau, and Smartsheet

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: $59,450- $91,150

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

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.