Mid-Level Supplier Manufacturing Project Leader

Spirit AeroSystems

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Wichita, Kansas

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PERMANENT

Updated 09/04/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

Location:

Wichita, KS (On-site)

Position Responsibilities:

• Ability to establish schedules, baseline monitoring of the schedules, and holding supplier accountable to commitments.
• Creates and implements documents in excel including VLOOKUP's, pivot charts, tables, graphs, and data analytics.
• Ability to work in a rapid paced team environment is essential, along with being able to work independently.
• Ability to report out internally on supplier status and know when escalation is required.
• Ability to mitigate risk and find solutions to support our production needs.
• Basic entry level testing will be conducted prior to selection
• Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• High School Diploma/GED with 10+ years of relevant manufacturing experience, Bachelors Degree with 5-8+ years of relevant manufacturing experience, or a Masters Degree with 4-7+ years of relevant manufacturing experience
• 3-5 years experience working with suppliers
• 3-5 years Project or Program Management Experience
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite, in particular excel and PPT. Also data analytic programs in order to create charts, graphs, formulas, and other data entry methodologies
• Root Cause and Corrective Action training, methodology understanding, and practical application proficiency
• High proficiency for problem identification and requirements for resolution
• Strong Project Management and Time Management Skills
• Strong Communication Skills
• Excellent cross functional communication skills, both verbal and written
• High energy, dynamic personality with an ability to effect change
• Knowledge of MRP Systems, SAP preferred

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Aerospace manufacturing or aerospace industry knowledge

Supplier or Supply Chain Aerospace experience

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management preferred

Self-Managed, Self-Motivated, Self-Reliant

Bachelor's degree in relevant course of study

Knowledge/experience with/in manufacturing and manufacturing process a plus

APICS, CPIM, CSCP or other industry certification

Understanding and Application of APQP

Efficient in Supplier Management and Recovery

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:

At Boeing, 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.

The Boeing Company also provides 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 spanet and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range:

$77,550 - $118,900

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.

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