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This 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.

Location: Wichita, KS

Key Accountabilities:

• Perform the above referenced activity on all types of electrical equipment and machine circuits and systems, including but not limited to, raceways, lighting, associated lighting controls, power transformers, distribution centers, motor control centers, breaker panels, various machine tools, cafeteria equipment, grinders, motors, pumps, heaters, hoists, single-stage reversing controlled motors, data and voice communications, fiber optic/copper cabling, electrical systems, programmable logic controllers (PLC), variable frequency drives (VFD), pendant and radio frequency controlled cranes, parts markers, production manufacturing processes, controllers, programmable controllers, lighting controls, thermal process equipment, networked computer systems, computer, numerical and/or electronic controlled machines and associated PLC’s, robotics, lasers (measurement, projection, and production), part marking machines, welders, master paging systems, phone systems, master time clock systems, FCC radios, pagers, RFID devices, data & video communication systems, power conditioning and backup systems including those that are in support of server rooms, all other types of electrical/electronic equipment and machines, and associated software and components of the above typical company assets.
• Perform software backups of all applicable assets.
• Use and update blueprints, schematics, software, and wiring diagrams to determine compliance with wiring specifications and location for all electrical and electronic installations subject to applicable specifications, codes, and ordinances to accomplish work assignments.
• Devise and fabricate any necessary testing aids and equipment.
• Use applicable machinery, production aids, tools, instruments, test equipment, predictive technologies and shop theory to accomplish work assignments.
• Maintain current licenses and certifications required to perform the above duties and responsibilities.
• Assemble and verify data for necessary records and reports, complete paperwork electronically or manually, and order parts associated with the work assignments.
• Work with and assist other employees engaged in the maintenance installation, repair, retrofit, modification, calibration, adjustment and test of electrical/electronic plant facilities.
• Coordinate and work with Management, Engineering, Contractors, Equipment Manufacturers/Vendors and other organizations to analyze facility power and equipment design for the purpose of safety, capacity, contingency and improvement requirements and to plan, design, and provide equipment specifications, installation oversight and sequence the installation of new and rebuilt power equipment and systems.
• Train employees and perform other duties as requested or required.
• Work with Power Distribution employees on equipment with incoming voltages in excess of 600VAC.
• During initial checkout of new, relocated, rebuilt assets and/or systems, troubleshoot and correct software, design, and engineering related issues for the timely completion of the project.
• Work with Management, Engineering, Equipment Manufacturers/Vendors and other organizations to plan, design, and sequence the installation of new and rebuilt equipment.
• Design, support and maintain electronic systems required for the operation of the maintenance organization.
• Coordinate with other organizations and specialties to provide reliability failure analysis and problem resolution for assets and systems.
• Research, develop, evaluate and deliver skill training.
• Design, install and maintain Facilities servers, storage devices and associated systems.
• Install, maintain, terminating, troubleshooting, repairing, certifying, and administration/oversight of backbone fiber optic/copper cables, and DDC/Telecommunication rooms/locations.

Required:

• 2+ years of CNC/PLC electrical maintenance OR 4+ years electrician schooling/training/etc.

• Must be willing and able to work any shift.
• Must pass a written test after in person interview.
• All Candidates must pass the WorkKeys Assessment (workkeys.com) or provide verification that they have passed the WorkKeys Assessment. Delay in completing your WorkKeys Assessment will result in a delay in your start date. You may complete your assessment in advance of an interview.
  • IMPORTANT WorkKeys note: Any person scheduling their WorkKeys Assessment will be required to present two (2) forms of identification to be verified before their scheduled date for the WorkKeys assessment. Please click and review this provided link Acceptable Forms of ID and plan ahead by deciding which documents can be located or if need be, ordered. 

Preferred:

• Thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components, CNC, and manual machines repair in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings (e.g. blueprints, manuals, wiring diagrams, etc.).
• Strong preventive maintenance background in addition to troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with Fanuc Controls, Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC preferred.
• Machines:
  • Siemens 840D control – Solution Line and Power Line
  • Siemens S7-400 PLC
  • FANUC 15i, 15m, 30i (A &B)
  • OKUMA OSP 7000L, OSP U100L
  • Matsuura
  • Makino
  • Acramatic 650, 2100

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

Pay:  $30.00/hour, with potential to earn up to $50.48/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.

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.

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.