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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.
Job Responsibility:
Assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect, and complete precision and other structural and system components, working from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures. Functional test and correct, fit form and function of assemblies and components
Obtain required information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, documents, verbal and electronic information
Use shop mathematics and precision measuring and or test instruments to complete work assignments and functional test assemblies and components
Utilize tooling in the assembly of components into sub-assemblies or end items
Verify work performed is per work instructions and meets process and/or engineering specification. Identify discrepancies found per applicable procedure
Ensure equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure
Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., where applicable, replacing machine filters, changing standard light bulbs on machines and equipment, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels, etc. as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties)
Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation. On an exception basis, move product to the next operation within a building
Perform work within allotted schedules
Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees at all classification levels
Assist in the training of other assembly personnel in assembly, installation, and inspections techniques
Cross trains in inspection and becomes SIA qualified. Level C employee must have the skill and knowledge to perform in all the general functions of the Assembly Mechanic listed: Assembly/Installation, Structures Sub Assembly Sealer
Requirements:
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
All applicants must possess at least 6 months of experience or skills that would be transferrable to the position
All applicants must possess the willingness to work assigned shift and overtime as required as well as the ability to work on concrete floors, uneven surfaces, and in confined spaces, as well as walk on open floor beams, climb on stairs/scaffolding, crawl/kneel in workstation, and lift/move parts and/or tools
All applicants must be willing and able to be flexible and work 1st or 2nd shift, including alternative work weeks. Majority of new hires will be hired for 2nd shift
All Candidates must pass the WorkKeys Assessment (workkeys.com) or provide verification that they have passed the WorkKeys Assessment.
Nice to have:
Aircraft structural sheet metal experience or have successfully completed Aero Structural Training
Operate measurement and testing equipment, machines, and devices in accordance with established procedures
Load, locate, and unload, parts, and assemblies
Disassemble and prepare assemblies to accomplish rework, repair or change incorporation on completed assemblies
Drill, saw, file, sand, build up, trim, fit, and fasten parts to meet production requirements utilizing any required hand or power tools
Fabricate, assemble, and install systems elements
Maintain or repair tools, shop aids, equipment, and facilities as necessary to accomplish work assignments including first-level maintenance on machines and equipment
What we offer:
competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
health insurance
flexible spending accounts
health savings accounts
retirement savings plans
life and disability insurance programs
programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work
Generous company match to your 401(k)
Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly
Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations