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 degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited University, with 0-1 year of relevant 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.
  • Ability to develop innovative revisions to design and manufacture components.

Responsibilities

  • Represent Engineering on the Material Review Board in aerospace environments.
  • Analyze and document dispositions for production nonconformances in compliance with regulations.
  • Utilize single signature authority to disposition nonconformances under rapid production schedules.
  • Decisively resolve nonconformances based on design and manufacturing knowledge.
  • Investigate root causes and recommend resolutions to design discrepancies.
  • Manage projects and collaborate in cross-functional teams to achieve engineering initiatives.

Benefits

  • Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
  • Health insurance and flexible spending accounts.
  • Health savings accounts and retirement savings plans.
  • Life and disability insurance programs.
  • Paid and unpaid time off options.
  • Eligibility for a $5,000 Kansas state aviation tax credit.
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 University, with 0-1 year of relevant experience.

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

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

 

Shift:

This position is for 2nd shift.

 

New employees will complete initial training on 1st shift. Upon successful completion of training and/or receipt of delegation authority, employees will transition to 2nd shift. 

 

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  

 

Compensation & Premium Eligibility:

This position includes a minimum shift differential of 10%, depending on assigned schedule. Employees in this role may also become eligible for an additional premium upon receipt of applicable delegation authority, reflecting the increased responsibility associated with delegated authority.

 

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. #

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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