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Spirit Defense - Manager - Logistics

Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026
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

Location: Wichita, KS (On-site)

Must be able to work a flexible work schedule between the 1st and 2nd shift

Position Responsibilities

  • Performs responsibilities requiring the integration of disciplines from more than one Materials Management and Transportation job family and applies independent, specialized technical expertise to support a wide range of business objectives
  • Activities include, but are not limited to, the development, integration, implementation, and execution of multidisciplinary business processes
  • Works cross-functionally within internal and external customers and suppliers and all employee levels to carry out responsibilities

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 3 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
  • Successful candidates must be able to secure Program access approval

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

  • Experience in a Lead or Management role
  • Active DoD Security Clearance
  • Knowledge of managing 3PLs, shipping, warehousing, receiving, and internal logistic functions
  • Project Management experience
  • Advanced Microsoft Office experience
  • SAP experience
  • Aerospace Manufacturing and/or Logistics & Warehouse Management background

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 - First Level Manager (Level J): $72,150 - $110,650

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.

Salary : $72,150 - $110,650

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