Spirit Defense - Associate Industrial Engineer

Wichita, Kansas, United States

• Category: Industrial Engineering

Description

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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:

Analyzes and designs sequence of operations and workflow to improve efficiencies in plant and production facilities and equipment layouts; and establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel and optimization of product flow

May establish or assist in establishing accident prevention measures and may manage training programs for personnel concerning all phases of production operations

Conducts studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, and production record systems. Based on these studies, develops and implements optimized product flow

May assist facilities engineers in the planning and design of facilities

Develops and provides time standards to the shop floor as well as standard work for operations and processes

Utilizes analytical skills for capacity analysis, tool and equipment utilization as well as line balancing

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at our Wichita, KS location.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program

2+ years of related industrial engineering experience 

Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Experience in an Aircraft or Aerospace Manufacturing environment

Composite experience 

Advanced Microsoft Office skill level

Strong knowledge of industrial engineering tools used in production such as capacity analysis, facility layout, production improvements, etc.

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 - Associate (Level 2): $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. Click here (opens in new window) 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.

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Export Control Requirements:

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.

Company

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Boeing

Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems. A top U.S. exporter, the company supports airlines and U.S. and allied government customers in 150 countries. Boeing products and tailored services include commercial and military aircraft, satellites, weapons, electronic and defense systems, launch systems, advanced information and communication systems, and performance-based logistics and training.

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is committed to being the leader in commercial aviation by offering airplanes and services that deliver superior design, efficiency and value to customers around the world. There are more than 10,000 Boeing commercial jetliners in service, flying passengers and freight more efficiently than competing models in the market.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security is committed to providing customers around the world with the right capabilities, at the right time, at the right cost. As one of the two main business units of the world’s leading aerospace company, BDS specializes in innovative, capabilities-driven solutions across platforms, services and support, and information and technologies. Headquartered in St. Louis and with significant operations in many states and several countries, Boeing Defense, Space & Security is a $33 billion business that has approximately 56,000 employees worldwide.