Engineering Hiring Event - Spirit Defense

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.

Spirit Defense Engineering Team will be holding pre-scheduled Interviews for experienced engineers on Saturday, February 28, 2025. Candidates must pre-register and submit an application by Thursday, February 11th, 2025. All applications will be screened to ensure:

• 2 or more years' experience working in engineering
• ABET accreditation and alignment with Engineering needs
• Qualified candidates will be contacted with their scheduled interview time, event location, and next steps
  
  

What You'll Do:

As part of our Engineering team, you may support areas such as:

• Material Review Engineering (Liaison) - Supporting manufacturing with solutions for repairs, reworks, and non-conformances.
• Stress Engineering - Performing structural analysis for metallic and composite parts to ensure airworthiness and compliance.
• Design Engineering - Developing and implementing design solutions for aerostructures.
• Propulsion Analysis Engineering - Performing thermal, pressure, and aerodynamic analysis.
• Material and Process Engineering - Support production ensuring compliance to customer specifications and procurement.
• Research and Development Engineering - Develop innovative technologies for current and future needs.
  
  

Responsibilities may include:

• Creating and approving engineering solutions for production and repair.
• Performing stress analysis and structural assessments for airframe components.
• Collaborating with Design, Stress, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to ensure safe and efficient results.
• Supporting continuous improvement and maintaining compliance with Spirit engineering methods and industry regulations.
  
  

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Aerospace, Civil, Mechanical, or related disciplines) or other related course of study obtained from an ABET accredited Engineering program or equivalent international accreditation
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Security Clearance
• Associate Engineer (Level 2): 2+ years working as an engineer in a related field
• Mid-Level Engineer (Level 3): 5+ years working as an engineer in a related field
• Senior Engineer (Level 4): 10+ years working as an engineer in a related field
• Experience in material review board, structural design and/or analysis of metallic, composite structures, or manufacturing processes
• Strong computer background including engineering applications (e.g., CATIA, FEM tools) and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Active U.S. Security Clearance

Why Spirit Defense:

We take care of our people through competitive pay, benefits, and development programs:

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base pay, annual incentives, additive pay for MRB delegation, 401(k) with company match, and employee stock purchase options.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision.
• Career Growth: Training, leadership development, and opportunities for career advancement across Spirit's global sites.
  
  

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range - Associate Engineer (Level 2): $76,250 - $116,900

Summary Pay Range - Mid-Level Engineer (Level 3): $89,500 - $137,250

Summary Pay Range - Senior Level (Level 4): $115,750 - $177,500

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 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.