Spirit Aerosystems

Entry-level Material Review Engineer

Spirit Aerosystems$63K — $97K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • Experience with Material Review Board in aerospace production environment (preferred)
  • Aerospace or mechanical engineering degree (preferred)
  • Knowledge of CATIA V5 programs (preferred)
  • Experience in reading and interpreting aircraft maintenance documents and engineering repair design (preferred)
  • Skill in applying systems thinking to improve maintainability of components (preferred)
  • Ability to communicate effectively and act decisively (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Represent all Engineering aspects as a member of the Material Review Board in aerospace production or preproduction settings.
  • Analyze, document, and authorize resolutions for production nonconformances within regulatory and OEM standards.
  • Exercise single signature authority to disposition nonconformances on various aircraft components under high-pressure production conditions.
  • Leverage knowledge of design and manufacturing processes in decision-making regarding parts and systems.
  • Demonstrate self-motivation, effective communication, and innovation in MRB delegated and non-delegated scenarios.
  • Apply systems-thinking skills to enhance hardware producibility and solve production challenges.
  • Investigate root causes of design discrepancies and recommend appropriate resolutions.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for various health insurance options
  • Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Life and disability insurance programs
  • Programs for paid and unpaid time away from work
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities:

  • Material Review Engineers represent the entirety of Engineering, as members of the Material Review Board (MRB), in an Aerospace production or preproduction environment
  • Requires the capabilities to formulate,analyze, substantiate and document dispositions for production nonconformances within the boundaries of Federal Aviation Regulations and OEM delegated requirements
  • Utilize independent, single signature authority for dispositioning nonconformances on aircraft structural components, systems, functional tests, and wiring/electrical installations under rapid paced production schedules
  • This decision/disposition process is based upon knowledge of the design and manufacture of machined/sheet metal parts, weldments, non-metals, advanced composites, and/or large-scale assemblies and systems integration
  • MRB engineers are self-motivated and possess the ability to act decisively, communicate effectively, and demonstrate innovation and resourcefulness when exercising his or her roll in MRB delegated or non-delegated environments
  • Utilize skills in applying systems-thinking to improve producibility of hardware and in resolution of production problems
  • Possesses the ability to investigate for root cause and recommend resolution to design discrepancies
  • Ability to manage projects and lead or participate in cross-functional teams to accomplish engineering and manufacturing initiatives
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience with Material Review Board in aerospace production environment
  • Aerospace or mechanical engineering degree preferred
  • Experience with composite materials in design
  • Knowledge of CATIA V5 programs
  • Experience in reading and interpreting aircraft maintenance documents, engineering repair design, and repair substantiation working for an airline, FAA Part 145 Repair station, and/or aircraft OEM Liaison
  • Skill in applying systems thinking to improve maintainability of components and to resolve component performance problems
  • Knowledge of both production and design processes including aircraft industry standard repair methods
  • Ability to develop innovative revisions to the design and manufacture of machined parts, sheet metal parts, welded assemblies, non-metals, advanced composite components, and new material integration
  • Skill in the initiation of design and process changes
  • Ability to communicate effectively, act decisively, and to demonstrate innovation and resourcefulness
  • Ability to develop, implement and integrate technical curriculum

 

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: $63,750 - $97,750  

About Spirit Aerosystems

Spirit AeroSystems is a leading manufacturer of aerostructures for commercial and defense aircraft. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Wichita, Kansas. Spirit AeroSystems designs and manufactures a wide range of products including fuselages, wings, and nacelles. The company has facilities in the United States, Europe, and Asia and serves customers around the world. Spirit AeroSystems is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Spirit Aerosystems
Size
16,100 employees
Market Cap
$3 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$870.3 million
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
-10.3%
Revenue
$3.4 billion
NASDAQ

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