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. Spirit is focused on areas of research and technology that specifically address current customer needs and anticipate challenges for commercial and defense programs of the future. Spirit not only employs the latest technology - we create it. As an engineer on the Automation team at Spirit AeroSystems, you will be responsible for designing, building, and testing innovative solutions for Spirit's most challenging Automation projects.

Position Responsibilities:

Gathers and documents the problem statement and associated engineering requirements Conceptualizes solutions to challenging problems Uses 3D CAD software such as CATIA or SolidWorks to generate parts and assemblies Validates mechanical designs through simulation and proof of concepts (POC) Develops documentation such as manufacturing drawings and bills of materials (BOM) Collaborates with electrical and mechatronics engineers on complex designs that require electrical systems and programming integration Effectively communicates status and results to team members, management, and customers Contributes to a collaborative team environment. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the Wichita, KS location. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or another relevant Engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program 1+ years of relevant experience Experience with CAD design packages such as SolidWorks or CATIA (Part design, Assembly, and drafting workbenches) Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Proficiency writing technical documents (User's manuals, specifications, test plans, patent applications) Hands-on experience using and operating laboratory equipment (Power tools, 3D printers, Laser cutters, CNC routers) Experience with robotic systems (ABB, Kuka, Fanuc, etc.) Experience with high-level programming languages such as Python or C# Experience working in the Aerospace, Defense or Automotive Industry.

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 are met as outlined in our policies.

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

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:

$62,400 - $95,450

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. Your Benefits No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future. Generous company match to your 401(k). Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly. Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits. Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations. These programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other conditions, which may differ for employees of certain subsidiaries or business units, or union-represented employees depending on bargaining agreement terms. If this information conflicts with the program documents, the latter shall control. This material is informational only.