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Defense - Inspector - Fabrication/Assembly

Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 12/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/12/2026
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:
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:

Requirements:

  • Candidates must be eligible to apply for, obtain, and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance, as well as meet the requirements to obtain customer-specific clearance.
  • Must be able to secure Program Access approval
  • All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks Majority of new hires will be hired on 2nd shift

Experience required in one or more of the following:

  • 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
  • 2 years Composite Mechanic
  • 2 years Assembly Mechanic

Must be willing and able to work any shift.

  • All Candidates must pass the WorkKeys Assessment (workkeys.com) or provide verification that they have passed the WorkKeys Assessment. Delay in completing your WorkKeys Assessment will result in a delay in your start date. You may complete your assessment in advance of an interview.
    • IMPORTANT WorkKeys note: Any person scheduling their WorkKeys Assessment will be required to present two (2) forms of identification to be verified before their scheduled date for the WorkKeys assessment. Please click and review this provided link Acceptable Forms of ID and plan ahead by deciding which documents can be located or if need be, ordered.

Union:
This is a union-represented position.

Pay: $20.50/hour, with potential to earn up to $41.27/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.

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.

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