Spirit Defense - Associate Test Engineering Technical Analyst

Spirit AeroSystems • Wichita, KS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Spirit Defense, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. The Test Engineering Technical Analyst will join Boeing’s Structural Technology Test Lab (STTL) in Wichita, Kansas. The lab provides structural and mechanical property testing services to programs at Boeing-Wichita. Because testing is often among the final steps in the product lifecycle, schedule changes and tight deadlines are standard; the team works together to deliver timely, accurate test solutions.

The role performs and supports tests ranging from coupons to large-scale assembly rigs, in the laboratory and, as required, remotely on shop floors or at customer facilities. The analyst works with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electromechanical, and computer-based equipment to prepare, operate, troubleshoot, maintain, and calibrate test systems; instrument test articles; conduct tests; and report and analyze data. The position involves teamwork and independent work, direct interaction with internal customers, travel to support customer testing, and compliance with safety requirements when handling potentially hazardous equipment or activities.

This is a union-represented position. The role requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access; U.S. citizenship is required for the clearance. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance is required post-start. The employer will not sponsor employment visas. The stated summary pay range is $51,150–$78,450, based on experience, qualifications, and market and business considerations. Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work. Eligible employees may also qualify for a Kansas aviation tax credit of $5,000 for up to five years.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of hands-on mechanical experience.
• Experience working with electrical systems.
• Experience working with various hand tools.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access; U.S. citizenship is required for government clearance eligibility.

Nice To Haves

• Technical associate degree.
• Ability to work from drawings and schematics.
• Experience assembling mechanical systems.
• Experience with hydraulic systems.
• Experience operating MTS load frames.

Responsibilities

• Perform varied tests using electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and similar systems and equipment.
• Construct, fabricate, assemble, troubleshoot, calibrate, adjust, test, diagnose, and maintain equipment, components, devices, and systems, primarily hydraulic, electrical, and computer-based equipment.
• Support tests ranging from coupon tests to large-scale assembly rig tests.
• Support testing in the lab and, as required, remotely on shop floors or at customer test facilities.
• Instrument test articles using devices such as thermocouples, strain gauges, and accelerometers.
• Obtain IPC certification for electrical aspects of instrumentation installations.
• Work from schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instructions.
• Operate related equipment, conduct tests, and report data in the prescribed format.
• Analyze data to determine whether instrumentation is functioning correctly after installation.
• Perform calibration and alignment checks, planning, modifications, and replacements as directed.
• Work effectively as part of a team and independently with minimal oversight.
• Coordinate lifting of items and assemblies, potentially using other personnel or specialty lifting devices, including overhead cranes.
• Follow required safety equipment and processes while working with potentially hazardous equipment or test activities.
• Work directly with internal customers in a supportive and positive manner.
• Travel to support testing at customer facilities.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work; availability depends on eligibility factors.
• Eligible employees may qualify for a $5,000 Kansas aviation tax credit for up to five years.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed