Spirit Defense - Mid-Level Tool Designer

Spirit AeroSystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Wichita, KS, is seeking a Tooling Engineer to design and support airplane manufacturing tools, jigs, fixtures, and related tooling systems. You will apply engineering principles, perform CAD modeling, and collaborate across programs to meet manufacturing plans.

The role requires 5+ years of experience and an active U.S. Secret Clearance. The team emphasizes process improvement, producibility input, and cost studies, with a pay range of $71,800 to $110,100 annually and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related work experience.
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering Technology.
• Experience with CAD (CATIA V5/V6, NX, 3DX, Siemens).
• Experience with SAP.

Responsibilities

• Applies engineering principles to design and support airplane manufacturing tools (jigs, fixtures, test equipment).
• Develops designs including concept, structural/mechanical analysis and tool definition.
• Identifies and implements advanced technologies to improve manufacturing processes.
• Provides producibility input and leadership on tool engineering projects.
• Creates detailed fabrication instructions and media for tooling; lays out computer-generated models for tooling.
• Monitors quality through SPC and interfaces with production, engineering and customers.

Skills

Active U.S. Security Clearance

5+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Engineering Technology

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

NX

3DX

Siemens PLM

Microsoft Office

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:

• Applies engineering principles and technical knowledge to the design and support of airplane manufacturing tools (e.g., access equipment and structures, handling and transportation, test equipment, gauges, assembly jigs, drill equipment, etc.)
• Develops designs that include concept; analysis of structural, and mechanical systems; and definition of the tool, ensuring compliance with company and governmental processes, policies, and procedures.
• Identifies, designs, and implements advanced technologies to improve manufacturing processes.
• Resolves concerns arising during the fabrication process and maintenance disposition, requiring such engineering principles as stress analysis, mechanics of materials.
• Conducts trade and cost studies. Integrates define and produce activities across the tool family to ensure that parts meet definition and manufacturing plan requirements.
• Provides technical knowledge and leadership to projects requiring key tool engineering competencies (e.g., jig and fixturing methods and concepts, hole preparation, automated drilling and fastener systems, test systems, part handling and transportation, etc.) to increase the efficiency of manufacturing processes.
• Focuses on achieving excellent customer service by leading process improvement activities, process and product optimization strategies, and technology development and software applications. Interfaces technical and administrative knowledge across programs, functions and organization boundaries and levels within the scope of assignment.
• Creates and articulates accurate detailed instructions and media for the fabrication of detail, assembly, and digital database tooling.
• Produces tool layouts and assists in the fabrication and verification of tool deliverables.
• Lays out or creates computer-generated models in conjunction with numerical control data preparation for the fabrication of tooling deliverables (e.g., master tooling, computer-generated tooling, flat pattern layouts, computer master database models, etc.).
• Acts as liaison, provides producibility and manufacturing input, and electronic measurement services for internal and external customers.
• Monitors quality through statistical process control and other verification methods.
• Interfaces with production manufacturing, product definition, manufacturing engineering, and external customers.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of related work 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)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's of Science in Engineering Technology
• Microsoft applications
• 3D Printing, NC programming, composite/assembly jig building process.
• Experience with CAD (CATIA V5/V6, NX, 3DX , Siemen…ect.)
• Experience with structural analysis. Methods include the use of both classical hand calculations and computer techniques, infinite element and software uses such as NASTRAN/PATRAN, FDA/FEMAP. Understanding the structure loading and environment including applied loads, loads for initial Sizing and Development, interface Loads in Static, Fatigue, Deflection and Surface analysis.
• Experience with SAP

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: $71,800 - $110,100

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 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.