Spirit Aerosystems

Spirit Defense - Machining Manager

Spirit Aerosystems$71K — $109K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance required (U.S. Citizenship needed).
  • 3-5 years of experience in Aerospace CNC machine fabrication/processing and multi-axis machining.
  • 3-5 years of knowledge in hard metallic finishing like Titanium and relevant machinery.
  • Experience managing a team of 25+ employees for 3-5 years.
  • 3-5 years in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

  • Support and direct fabrication teams to enhance efficiency.
  • Apply process management and improvement techniques.
  • Develop innovative solutions to fabrication problems using analytical skills.
  • Facilitate work teams and provide training as necessary.
  • Interface with internal and external parties for project planning and problem resolution.

Benefits

  • Health insurance and flexible spending accounts available.
  • Retirement savings plans and life/disability insurance provided.
  • Paid and unpaid time off programs inclusive.
  • Potential eligibility for Kansas Aviation tax credit up to $5,000 for five years.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

This is a 2nd shift position

Position Responsibilities:

Supports and directs various job families to expedite fabrication of details and assemblies. Applies process management and improvement techniques. Uses problem-solving skills and analytical abilities to develop innovative and expedient solutions to fabrication problems. Facilitates work teams, provides training and interfaces with internal organizations and external customers with regard to project planning, problem resolution, and process improvement.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Must be able to work 2nd, and or alternative work week and weekendshifts

  • This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
  • 3-5 yrs of experience in Aerospace, CNC machine Fabrication/Processing,Multi Axis Machining.
  • 3-5 years of experience and working knowledge of Hard Metallic Finishing such as Titanium and working exposure to the Machines that are used in the process.
  • 3- 5yrs ofexperiencemanaging/supervising a team of 25or more employees
  • 3-5yrs in a leadership/managementexperience (industry or military)
  • 3-5 yrs of experience in manufacturing environment
  • Experience utilizingproductionmetrics to make informed decisions and drive results
  • Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Prior experience working with multiple cross functional groups (Quality, Assembly, Procurement, Supply Chain,etc.)
  • Prior management level experience reporting out to Senior Leadership on department production status
  • High School Diploma

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Associates or Bachelor Degree
  • 5+yrs of experience in a leadership role
  • 5+yrs of experience in Aerospace,Automotive, Industrial Manufacturing, Titanium Metallic Finishing/Processing, AssemblyorMachining
  • 5+yrs Experience in a manufacturing production atmosphere
  • 5+yrs Experiencemachining
  • Experience working in a unionenvironment
  • PriorSAPexperience
  • PriorMilitary experience (management or leadership)
  • Prior experience working with Lean principles
  • NC programming experience

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: $71,150- $109,100

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 herefor more information on the tax credit.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

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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