Entry-level Material Review Engineer

OverviewThis role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit's Commercial Business Units (“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing's three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial's core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.ResponsibilitiesMaterial Review Engineers represent the entirety of Engineering, as members of the Material Review Board (MRB), in an Aerospace production or preproduction environmentRequires the capabilities to formulate, analyze, substantiate and document dispositions for production nonconformances within the boundaries of Federal Aviation Regulations and OEM delegated requirementsUtilize independent, single signature authority for dispositioning nonconformances on aircraft structural components, systems, functional tests, and wiring/electrical installations under rapid paced production schedulesThis 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 integrationMRB 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 environmentsUtilize skills in applying systems-thinking to improve producibility of hardware and in resolution of production problemsPossesses the ability to investigate for root cause and recommend resolution to design discrepanciesAbility to manage projects and lead or participate in cross-functional teams to accomplish engineering and manufacturing initiativesQualificationsBasic 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 environmentAerospace or mechanical engineering degree preferredExperience with composite materials in designKnowledge of CATIA V5 programsExperience 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 LiaisonSkill in applying systems thinking to improve maintainability of components and to resolve component performance problemsKnowledge of both production and design processes including aircraft industry standard repair methodsAbility 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 integrationSkill in the initiation of design and process changesAbility to communicate effectively, act decisively, and to demonstrate innovation and resourcefulnessAbility to develop, implement and integrate technical curriculumUnionThis is a union-represented position.ShiftThis 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 WorkplaceWe 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 & BenefitsWe 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 - $97,750Compensation & Premium EligibilityThis 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 CreditJoin 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr