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Sheet Metal Mechanic

full-timePosted: Dec 10, 2025

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.


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

 

  • Assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect, and complete precision and other structural and system components, working from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures. Functional test and correct, fit form and function of assemblies and components.
  • Obtain required information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, documents, verbal and electronic information.
  • Use shop mathematics and precision measuring and or test instruments to complete work assignments and functional test assemblies and components.
  • Utilize tooling in the assembly of components into sub-assemblies or end items.
  • Verify work performed is per work instructions and meets process and/or engineering specification. Identify discrepancies found per applicable procedure.
  • Ensure equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure.
  • Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., where applicable, replacing machine filters, changing standard light bulbs on machines and equipment, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels, etc. as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties).
  • Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation. On an exception basis, move product to the next operation within a building.
  • Perform work within allotted schedules.
  • Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees at all classification levels.
  • Assist in the training of other assembly personnel in assembly, installation and inspections techniques.
  • Cross trains in inspection and becomes SIA qualified. Employee must have the skill and knowledge to perform in all the general functions of the Assembly Mechanic listed: Assembly/Installation, Structures Sub Assembly Sealer.
  • Operate measurement and testing equipment, machines, and devices in accordance with established procedures.
  • Load, locate, and unload, parts, and assemblies.
  • Disassemble and prepare assemblies to accomplish rework, repair or change incorporation on completed assemblies. Drill, saw, file, sand, build up, trim, fit, and fasten parts to meet production requirements utilizing any required hand or power tools.
  • Fabricate, assemble, and install systems elements.
  • Maintain or repair tools, shop aids, equipment, and facilities as necessary to accomplish work assignments including first-level maintenance on machines and equipment

Required:

  • Possess 6+ months of aircraft structural sheet metal experience (or have successfully completed Aero Structural Training) OR will also consider previous, relevant and transferable experience requiring the use of power and/or hand tools.
  • Must be able to work on concrete floors, uneven surfaces, and in confined spaces, as well as walk on open floor beams, climb on stairs/scaffolding, crawl/kneel in workstation, and lift/move parts and/or tools.
  • The main tasks of the position consist of constant drilling, bucking and riveting for an 8-hour shift along with overtime as needed by production needs
  • A post-offer physical examination is required to confirm applicants are able to perform the physical tasks of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. The physical demands of the position include standing, squatting, kneeling, crawling, reaching, lifting, pulling, overhead work, fine hand and finger manipulation, and related physical tasks necessary to perform the responsibilities of the position as set out above.
  • All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks. 
  • 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. 

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

 

Pay:  $23.66/hour, with potential to earn up to $39.32/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:

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.

Locations

  • Wichita, Kansas, United States

Salary

49,227 - 81,806 USD / yearly

Skills Required

  • aircraft structural sheet metal experienceintermediate
  • use of power and/or hand toolsintermediate
  • shop mathematicsintermediate
  • precision measuring and test instrumentsintermediate
  • drilling, bucking and rivetingintermediate
  • reading prints, charts, sketches, work instructionsintermediate
  • assembly, installation, sealing, rigging, inspectionintermediate
  • functional testingintermediate
  • tooling utilizationintermediate
  • quality controlintermediate
  • minor machine maintenanceintermediate
  • product movement and transactionsintermediate
  • training and assisting othersintermediate
  • cross training in inspectionintermediate
  • operating measurement and testing equipmentintermediate
  • loading, locating, unloading partsintermediate
  • disassembling assembliesintermediate
  • drill, saw, file, sand, build up, trim, fit, fastenintermediate
  • fabricate, assemble, install systems elementsintermediate
  • maintain/repair tools and equipmentintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Possess 6+ months of aircraft structural sheet metal experience (or have successfully completed Aero Structural Training) OR will also consider previous, relevant and transferable experience requiring the use of power and/or hand tools (experience)
  • Must be able to work on concrete floors, uneven surfaces, and in confined spaces, as well as walk on open floor beams, climb on stairs/scaffolding, crawl/kneel in workstation, and lift/move parts and/or tools (experience)
  • The main tasks of the position consist of constant drilling, bucking and riveting for an 8-hour shift along with overtime as needed by production needs (experience)
  • A post-offer physical examination is required to confirm applicants are able to perform the physical tasks of the position (experience)
  • All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks (experience)
  • All Candidates must pass the WorkKeys Assessment (workkeys.com) or provide verification that they have passed the WorkKeys Assessment (experience)
  • U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect, and complete precision and other structural and system components, working from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures
  • Functional test and correct, fit form and function of assemblies and components
  • Obtain required information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, documents, verbal and electronic information
  • Use shop mathematics and precision measuring and or test instruments to complete work assignments and functional test assemblies and components
  • Utilize tooling in the assembly of components into sub-assemblies or end items
  • Verify work performed is per work instructions and meets process and/or engineering specification. Identify discrepancies found per applicable procedure
  • Ensure equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure
  • Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties
  • Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation
  • On an exception basis, move product to the next operation within a building
  • Perform work within allotted schedules
  • Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees at all classification levels
  • Assist in the training of other assembly personnel in assembly, installation and inspections techniques
  • Cross trains in inspection and becomes SIA qualified
  • Employee must have the skill and knowledge to perform in all the general functions of the Assembly Mechanic listed: Assembly/Installation, Structures Sub Assembly Sealer
  • Operate measurement and testing equipment, machines, and devices in accordance with established procedures
  • Load, locate, and unload, parts, and assemblies
  • Disassemble and prepare assemblies to accomplish rework, repair or change incorporation on completed assemblies
  • Drill, saw, file, sand, build up, trim, fit, and fasten parts to meet production requirements utilizing any required hand or power tools
  • Fabricate, assemble, and install systems elements
  • Maintain or repair tools, shop aids, equipment, and facilities as necessary to accomplish work assignments including first-level maintenance on machines and equipment

Benefits

  • general: 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

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Sheet Metal Mechanic

full-timePosted: Dec 10, 2025

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.


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

 

  • Assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect, and complete precision and other structural and system components, working from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures. Functional test and correct, fit form and function of assemblies and components.
  • Obtain required information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, documents, verbal and electronic information.
  • Use shop mathematics and precision measuring and or test instruments to complete work assignments and functional test assemblies and components.
  • Utilize tooling in the assembly of components into sub-assemblies or end items.
  • Verify work performed is per work instructions and meets process and/or engineering specification. Identify discrepancies found per applicable procedure.
  • Ensure equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure.
  • Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., where applicable, replacing machine filters, changing standard light bulbs on machines and equipment, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels, etc. as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties).
  • Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation. On an exception basis, move product to the next operation within a building.
  • Perform work within allotted schedules.
  • Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees at all classification levels.
  • Assist in the training of other assembly personnel in assembly, installation and inspections techniques.
  • Cross trains in inspection and becomes SIA qualified. Employee must have the skill and knowledge to perform in all the general functions of the Assembly Mechanic listed: Assembly/Installation, Structures Sub Assembly Sealer.
  • Operate measurement and testing equipment, machines, and devices in accordance with established procedures.
  • Load, locate, and unload, parts, and assemblies.
  • Disassemble and prepare assemblies to accomplish rework, repair or change incorporation on completed assemblies. Drill, saw, file, sand, build up, trim, fit, and fasten parts to meet production requirements utilizing any required hand or power tools.
  • Fabricate, assemble, and install systems elements.
  • Maintain or repair tools, shop aids, equipment, and facilities as necessary to accomplish work assignments including first-level maintenance on machines and equipment

Required:

  • Possess 6+ months of aircraft structural sheet metal experience (or have successfully completed Aero Structural Training) OR will also consider previous, relevant and transferable experience requiring the use of power and/or hand tools.
  • Must be able to work on concrete floors, uneven surfaces, and in confined spaces, as well as walk on open floor beams, climb on stairs/scaffolding, crawl/kneel in workstation, and lift/move parts and/or tools.
  • The main tasks of the position consist of constant drilling, bucking and riveting for an 8-hour shift along with overtime as needed by production needs
  • A post-offer physical examination is required to confirm applicants are able to perform the physical tasks of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. The physical demands of the position include standing, squatting, kneeling, crawling, reaching, lifting, pulling, overhead work, fine hand and finger manipulation, and related physical tasks necessary to perform the responsibilities of the position as set out above.
  • All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks. 
  • 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. 

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

 

Pay:  $23.66/hour, with potential to earn up to $39.32/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:

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.

Locations

  • Wichita, Kansas, United States

Salary

49,227 - 81,806 USD / yearly

Skills Required

  • aircraft structural sheet metal experienceintermediate
  • use of power and/or hand toolsintermediate
  • shop mathematicsintermediate
  • precision measuring and test instrumentsintermediate
  • drilling, bucking and rivetingintermediate
  • reading prints, charts, sketches, work instructionsintermediate
  • assembly, installation, sealing, rigging, inspectionintermediate
  • functional testingintermediate
  • tooling utilizationintermediate
  • quality controlintermediate
  • minor machine maintenanceintermediate
  • product movement and transactionsintermediate
  • training and assisting othersintermediate
  • cross training in inspectionintermediate
  • operating measurement and testing equipmentintermediate
  • loading, locating, unloading partsintermediate
  • disassembling assembliesintermediate
  • drill, saw, file, sand, build up, trim, fit, fastenintermediate
  • fabricate, assemble, install systems elementsintermediate
  • maintain/repair tools and equipmentintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Possess 6+ months of aircraft structural sheet metal experience (or have successfully completed Aero Structural Training) OR will also consider previous, relevant and transferable experience requiring the use of power and/or hand tools (experience)
  • Must be able to work on concrete floors, uneven surfaces, and in confined spaces, as well as walk on open floor beams, climb on stairs/scaffolding, crawl/kneel in workstation, and lift/move parts and/or tools (experience)
  • The main tasks of the position consist of constant drilling, bucking and riveting for an 8-hour shift along with overtime as needed by production needs (experience)
  • A post-offer physical examination is required to confirm applicants are able to perform the physical tasks of the position (experience)
  • All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks (experience)
  • All Candidates must pass the WorkKeys Assessment (workkeys.com) or provide verification that they have passed the WorkKeys Assessment (experience)
  • U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect, and complete precision and other structural and system components, working from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures
  • Functional test and correct, fit form and function of assemblies and components
  • Obtain required information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, documents, verbal and electronic information
  • Use shop mathematics and precision measuring and or test instruments to complete work assignments and functional test assemblies and components
  • Utilize tooling in the assembly of components into sub-assemblies or end items
  • Verify work performed is per work instructions and meets process and/or engineering specification. Identify discrepancies found per applicable procedure
  • Ensure equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure
  • Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties
  • Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation
  • On an exception basis, move product to the next operation within a building
  • Perform work within allotted schedules
  • Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees at all classification levels
  • Assist in the training of other assembly personnel in assembly, installation and inspections techniques
  • Cross trains in inspection and becomes SIA qualified
  • Employee must have the skill and knowledge to perform in all the general functions of the Assembly Mechanic listed: Assembly/Installation, Structures Sub Assembly Sealer
  • Operate measurement and testing equipment, machines, and devices in accordance with established procedures
  • Load, locate, and unload, parts, and assemblies
  • Disassemble and prepare assemblies to accomplish rework, repair or change incorporation on completed assemblies
  • Drill, saw, file, sand, build up, trim, fit, and fasten parts to meet production requirements utilizing any required hand or power tools
  • Fabricate, assemble, and install systems elements
  • Maintain or repair tools, shop aids, equipment, and facilities as necessary to accomplish work assignments including first-level maintenance on machines and equipment

Benefits

  • general: 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

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