Spirit Defense - Mid-Level Manufacturing Planner
The Boeing Company, Wichita, KS, United States
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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.
Location
Wichita, KS (On-site)
Position Responsibilities
Implements fabrication, assembly, or installation manufacturing plans by coordinating with suppliers, engineering, and manufacturing teams.
Knowledge to develop tooling, interchangeability, replacement, and functional test plans.
Using the established manufacturing process flow, defines sequences of events, develops text and graphics working structures, manufacturing data sets, tooling requirements, and manufacturing bills of material.
Communicates with engineering teams to influence and clarify design concepts.
Coordinates change incorporation, optimizes processes, addresses producibility issues, production & post‑production problems.
Has the ability to demonstrate configuration control of the hardware, within the manufacturing build plan.
Ability to apply process knowledge in one or more of the following areas; Composite non‑metallic, Electrical/Electronics, Machining, Sheet metal, Systems and Structures.
Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
5+ years of related experience with a High School Diploma/GED or 4+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's Degree
Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
Successful candidates must be able to secure Program access approval
Preferred Qualifications
Active DoD Security Clearance
Technical Degree
Clarification and enhancement of existing build plans to promote standardization and ease of understanding
Frequent interaction with internal personnel in the manufacturing environment and occasionally with inter‑organizational personnel and external customers
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and 3D models
Creation and publication of manufacturing graphics
Strong skills in Microsoft Office, especially with Excel
Strong knowledge of SAP
CATIA / ENOVIA
3DX
Understanding of the master scheduling requirements
Ability to take a project from start to finish
Willingness to work cross‑functionally
Ability to apply process knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Composite non‑metallic, Electrical/Electronics, Machining, Sheet metal, Systems and Structures
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: $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.
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.
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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.
Location
Wichita, KS (On-site)
Position Responsibilities
Implements fabrication, assembly, or installation manufacturing plans by coordinating with suppliers, engineering, and manufacturing teams.
Knowledge to develop tooling, interchangeability, replacement, and functional test plans.
Using the established manufacturing process flow, defines sequences of events, develops text and graphics working structures, manufacturing data sets, tooling requirements, and manufacturing bills of material.
Communicates with engineering teams to influence and clarify design concepts.
Coordinates change incorporation, optimizes processes, addresses producibility issues, production & post‑production problems.
Has the ability to demonstrate configuration control of the hardware, within the manufacturing build plan.
Ability to apply process knowledge in one or more of the following areas; Composite non‑metallic, Electrical/Electronics, Machining, Sheet metal, Systems and Structures.
Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
5+ years of related experience with a High School Diploma/GED or 4+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's Degree
Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
Successful candidates must be able to secure Program access approval
Preferred Qualifications
Active DoD Security Clearance
Technical Degree
Clarification and enhancement of existing build plans to promote standardization and ease of understanding
Frequent interaction with internal personnel in the manufacturing environment and occasionally with inter‑organizational personnel and external customers
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and 3D models
Creation and publication of manufacturing graphics
Strong skills in Microsoft Office, especially with Excel
Strong knowledge of SAP
CATIA / ENOVIA
3DX
Understanding of the master scheduling requirements
Ability to take a project from start to finish
Willingness to work cross‑functionally
Ability to apply process knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Composite non‑metallic, Electrical/Electronics, Machining, Sheet metal, Systems and Structures
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: $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.
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.
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