Machine Fab - Process Mechanic A

Position Overview This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units. Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including fuselages, pylons, nacelles, and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions. Responsibilities Responsible for the set-up, support, and production of high‑quality products and to help create a highly productive work environment. Supporting responsibilities include planning, checking, and establishing a sequence of work to fabricate, assemble, and inspect hardware to planning, engineering, and quality control requirements. Duties – The Company will provide appropriate job training to enable employees to perform all necessary job functions, including developing new and improved methods of production. Perform multi‑tasking and multi‑machine operation. Use any equipment (hand, power tools, air tools, scanners, and computers) needed to prioritize, complete, and process work assignments. Perform any pickup, touch‑up, rework, part mark, and incorporation of changes to the product as required. Work from prints, sketches, specifications and written/verbal information. Maintain certifications, qualifications, licenses or permits as required to perform work. Utilize precision measuring equipment (calipers, scales, etc.) to perform self‑inspection of in‑process and finished work. Ensure that all FDAQ (Factory Data Acquisition) is completed according to work instructions. Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of daily duties (e.g., replacing machine filters, lubrication/coolant levels, etc.) related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties. Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, technique sheets, work orders, and other documentation required to complete operation per engineering. Routinely move product within the shop‑defined area, including across aisle, using shop‑assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation. Performs verification of dimensions of parts using both mechanical and electronic precision measurement tools. Perform inspection MVP, including first part review, of fabricated parts and assemblies. Initiate and document any non‑conforming condition. Maintain required certifications and qualifications as needed (e.g., SLS, BAC, Nadcap, AS9100, crane, sealer, liquid nitrogen, vehicle ops). Ensure compliance with applicable processes (e.g., FOD, Hazmat, OSHA, QMS). Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees of the same or lower classification level. Set up and operate computer‑controlled/automated shot peening and abrasive blast equipment, including: identification of areas requiring peening, part set‑up, coverage and intensity requirements, development of saturation curves for a part, intensity verification procedures, mask and unmask as required, re‑work procedures. Load control media, such as computer tape, in control console of equipment, or enter commands to retrieve control instructions from the computer database to operate equipment automatically. Fill the hopper with specific size and media. Measure and check test specimen or part to verify conformance to specifications and to determine required equipment adjustments, using measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures. Develop length, location, and arrangement of electrical/tubing for production mock‑ups or an initial installation of a design change for a production product. Establish and perform all metallic heat‑treat operations to harden, case‑harden, temper, draw, normalize, age, anneal and otherwise heat‑treat metals in accordance with specifications and procedures. Perform functions of all furnaces (Drop Bottom Furnace, Salt Bath, Air Furnace) required to process work assignments. Basic Qualifications Minimum 2 years Shop Peening experience. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications (e.g., BAC standards). Experience working with technical documentation such as product tech sheets and process guidelines. All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks. Drug Free Workplace Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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. Union This is a union‑represented position. Pay & Benefits Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary Pay Range: $24.81 – $41.27. Employees are eligible 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. 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. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr