Composite Mechanic

Location

Wichita, KS

Team with others to fabricate, assemble, form, finish and inspect a wide variety of structural and non-structural fiberglass, acrylic and other composite and metal parts, tools, and assemblies. Work 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.

• Operate impregnating, perforating, cutting, roll form, press and curing machines, and testing equipment in the fabrication of composite materials and core details in accordance with established processes and procedures.
• Load, unload, and operate ovens and autoclaves in the curing of parts and assemblies.
• Operate portable repair/bonding equipment to accomplish rework, repair or change incorporation on completed assemblies.
• Disassemble and prepare assemblies to accomplish rework, repair or change incorporation on completed assemblies.
• Other directly related duties as requested and required.

• All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks.
• All Candidates must pass the Work Keys Assessment  or provide verification that they have passed the Work Keys Assessment. Delay in completing your Work Keys Assessment will result in a delay in your start date. You may complete your assessment in advance of an interview.
  • IMPORTANT Work Keys note:
    Any person scheduling their Work Keys Assessment will be required to present two (2) forms of identification to be verified before their scheduled date for the Work Keys assessment. Please click and review this provided link Acceptable Forms of  plan ahead by deciding which documents can be located or if need be, ordered.
• A post-offer vision examination is required to confirm applicants are able to perform the tasks of the position.

• Composite experience
• Wet Layup, graphite
• Bagging of complex parts
• Working with hand tools
• Kevlar
• Fiberglass
• Epoxy-resin
• Composite sanding
• Repair Mechanic
• Forklift Experience
• Machine Operator

This is a union-represented position.

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.

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.

Pay: $23.66/hour, with potential to earn up to $39.32/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.

Join Spirit Aero Systems’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years.  for more information on the tax credit.

Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.