Spirit Defense - Mid-Level Assembly Mechanic (Underwing)

Spirit AeroSystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union represented

Drug Free Workplace

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Wichita, KS, is seeking an assembly technician for defense manufacturing. You will assemble, inspect, and test parts per drawings, perform precision measurements, and use specialized tooling to build sub-assemblies and end items for delivery to customers.

The role requires a current or recent U.S. Secret Clearance, ability to obtain Special Program Access, and willingness to work shifts, including weekends. Training and cross-training in inspection are provided.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance is required (or recently active).
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access.
• Experience in aero structural training or related sheet metal work.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, form, test and inspect parts into end-items per drawings and specs.
• Obtain information from prints, charts, and work instructions.
• Use shop math and precision measuring tools to complete assemblies.
• Utilize tooling to assemble components into sub-assemblies and end items.
• Verify work against instructions and report discrepancies.
• Ensure tool certification is current per procedure.
• Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of daily duties.
• Move product within the manufacturing area using shop equipment.
• Support continuous flow by training others and assisting staff.
• Cross-train in inspection and become qualified in SIA.

Skills

US Secret Clearance

Aero structural training

Aircraft sheet metal experience

Special Program Access

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities:

• Assemble, form, functional test and inspection of parts and assemblies into end-items, working from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures, to assure the timely delivery of quality products to the customer. Perform tasks such as multi-tasking where applicable.
• Obtain required information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, documents, verbal and electronic information.
• Use shop mathematics and precision measuring and or test instruments to complete work assignments and functional test assemblies and components.
• Utilize tooling in the assembly of components into sub-assemblies or end items.
• Verify work performed is per work instructions and meets process and/or engineering specification. Identify discrepancies found per applicable procedure.
• Ensure equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure.
• Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., where applicable, replacing machine filters, changing standard light bulbs on machines and equipment, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels, etc. as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties).
• Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation. On an exception basis, move product to the next operation within a building.
• Perform work within allotted schedules.
• Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees at all classification levels.
• Assist in the training of other assembly personnel in assembly, installation and inspections techniques.
• Cross trains in inspection and becomes SIA qualified.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access
• Willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks and some weekends
• Ability to work on concrete floors, uneven surfaces, and in confined spaces, as well as walk on open floor beams, climb on stairs/scaffolding, crawl/kneel in workstation, and lift/move parts and/or tools

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 6 months of aircraft structural sheet metal or composite assembly experience OR have successfully completed Aero Structural Training.
• Operate measurement and testing equipment, machines, and devices in accordance with established procedures.
• Load, locate, and unload, parts, and assemblies.
• Operate measurement and testing equipment, machines, and devices in accordance with established procedures.
• Disassemble and prepare assemblies to accomplish rework, repair or change incorporation on completed assemblies. Drill, saw, file, sand, build up, trim, fit, and fasten parts to meet production requirements utilizing any required hand or power tools.
• Fabricate, assemble, and install systems elements.
• Maintain or repair tools, shop aids, equipment, and facilities as necessary to accomplish work assignments including first-level maintenance on machines and equipment.

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: $23.66/hour, with potential to earn up to $39.32/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.