Defense - Composite Mechanic

Spirit AeroSystems•Wichita, KS

56d•$23 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
Ability to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance and Customer Program Access
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.

Nice To Haves

Active DoD Security Clearance
Composite experience
Wet Layup, graphite
Bagging of complex parts
Working with hand tools
Kevlar
Fiberglass
Epoxy-resin
Composite sanding

Responsibilities

Work within a team and independently to build composite structure details and assemblies using carbon and other composite materials
Work to instructions from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures, to assure the timely delivery of quality products to the customer
Perform multi-tasking and multi-machine operation where applicable
Work on platforms up to ten feet above the ground
Work in confined spaces
Work over head
Work within a team environment
Proficient use of technology i.e. computer, phones, laser projection, digital vacuum gauges
Use hand pressure and small tools to form and contour lay-up
Ability to use tools such as scissors, knives, pushing tools, markers, and other small tools
Maintain a clean working environment and clean as you go