Chemical Process Specialist

Wichita, Kansas Job

ID 2026-16640

Category Environment, Health & Safety Role Type Onsite Post Date Apr. 23, 2026 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.

The Role:

The Boeing Company is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Experienced Chemical Process Specialist to join the team in Wichita, KS. This specialist will support the development, optimization, and execution of chemical manufacturing processes. In this role, you will apply technical expertise to ensure processes operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and brings a continuous improvement mindset to process performance and operational excellence.

Position Responsibilities:

Develops and deploys process safety information and command medi a Analyzes chemical processing metrics and information, recommends and implements improvements to critical chemical processing operation s Provides technical and regulatory information to cross functional teams and presents proposed design/build solution s Coordinates, develops and delivers training programs that address chemical process managemen t Participates in incident investigations and root cause analyse s Develops plans for scheduled and unscheduled process interruptions with cross functional team s Leads and participates in hazard analyses and risk assessments, develops safeguards and provides team recommendation s Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical disciplin e 3+ years of experience supporting chemical manufacturing or processing operation s Experience with chemical process principles, process controls, and material handlin g Experience with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements (e.g., SOPs, GMP, OSHA, environmental standards ) Capability to analyze process data, identify trends, and recommend improvement s Capability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environmen t Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Experience with process optimization, troubleshooting, or scale-up activitie s Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar ) Experience supporting audits, deviations, or root cause investigation s Experience in a regulated manufacturing environmen t Proficiency with process documentation and technical reportin g Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detai l Effective written and verbal communication skill s

Essential Duties and Physical Demands:

Ability to walk/stand frequently per shif t Ability to climb limited per shif t Ability to sit frequently per shif t Ability to lift/carry and push/pull up to 35 lbs .

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

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 is met as outlined in our policies.

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 - Mid-Level (Level 3): $79,850 - $122,400

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.