Spirit Defense - Quality Inspector

Spirit AeroSystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 71,157,000 - 118,256,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Wichita, KS, is seeking a flexible, skilled composite/mechanic to work across assembly and fabrication disciplines with a union team and comprehensive benefits. A U.S.

Secret clearance and citizenship are required, with MVP certification helpful and the ability to work any shift. The role offers competitive pay within a protected wage scale and opportunities for growth. Preferred candidates will have Catia V5 and Enovia experience, GD&T knowledge, and exposure to SAP

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and U.S. Citizenship
• Willingness to work any shift, including alternate schedules
• Familiarity with MBD and GD&T principles is a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform Level A responsibilities across systems/payload structures assembly
• Assist in training and document root cause analyses and corrective actions
• Conduct audits and participate in Level B activities as required

Skills

Willingness to work any shift

Root cause analysis

Team collaboration

MBD awareness

Tools

Catia V5

Enovia

GD&T tolerancing

SAP

mERP

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:

Level A

• MVP certification beneficial, but not required
• Possess the skills/knowledge to perform in one or more of the following classifications: Systems/Payload Structures Mechanic A Assembly Mechanic A Fuselage Assembly Mechanic A Underwing Composites Mechanic A Metals Mechanic a Process Mechanic A
• Ability to certify for Systems inspection function
• Assist in training as applicable to job roles
• Ability to investigate and document Root Cause analysis and Corrective action (non-disciplinary)
• Determine and submit test and investigation statements
• Perform process and hardware audits and surveillances
• Perform all functions associated with Level B requirements

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship)
• All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Selected candidate will possess a familiarity with MBD, primarily Catia V5 and Enovia, including GD&T tolerancing
• Selected candidate will be familiar in SAP, Military Enterprise Resource Planner (mERP), but not required
• Selected candidate will be cross-trained to support both major assembly and composite fabrication, so experience in both disciplines is preferred
• Composite Inspection
• Assembly Inspection
• Fabrication Inspection
• 5+ years Composite Mechanic
• 5+ years Assembly Mechanic

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: $24.81/hour, with potential to earn up to $41.27/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.

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