Spirit AeroSystems · 1 month ago
Adv Product Development and Research
Wichita, KS
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$62K/yr - $95K/yr
0+ years expSpirit AeroSystems, Inc. is a subsidiary of The Boeing Company that specializes in commercial aerostructures. The role involves supporting advanced manufacturing projects and conducting research to innovate manufacturing processes and designs.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Support advanced manufacturing projects from concept to transition to operation through the stage gate process
Conceive innovative manufacturing processes, designs, and advanced technologies for existing manufacturing processes
Define and perform research programs to mature concepts, technologies and processes
Define future factory vision, concepts and options with cost and benefit evaluation
Understands full life cycle requirements for product and process development
Perform trade studies for design and manufacturing alternatives
Defines engineering requirements and compliance approaches up front for design for manufacturing and/or automation
Work in concert with key functions to align and advance research plans. Build positive relationships with internal support disciplines, customers and suppliers
Progress concept through initial configuration, prototyping, risk reduction and mature technology readiness
Create plans and evaluations for future work packages, i.e. managing projects from start to finish
Define necessary resources and development plans
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited program with 0-1 years of relevant experience
Ability to manage with influence
Must be a self starter and able to perform duties with minimum supervision
Experience building interpersonal professional relationships
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Preferred
3D computer aided modeling
Experience with robotics, automation, design, and various programming languages (C++, Python)
Familiarity with Linux operating system I.E. Ubuntu
Experience utilizing various Microsoft Office Suite applications, such as Office 365 and Microsoft Project, Power Point, Excel, Word, Teams and Visio
Experience with aerostructure manufacturing
Experience in cross-functional project management
Experience with Continuous Improvement/ Lean/ Industry 4.0/ World Class Manufacturing/ Future Factory/ Production System
Knowledge of engineering, manufacturing and supply chain
Knowledge of operational processes, flow and procedures
Knowledge of financial processes and procedures
Knowledge of Robotic Operating System (ROS and ROS2)
Research experience
Benefits
$5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years.
Company
Spirit AeroSystems
Spirit AeroSystems is a manufacturer of aerostructures for commercial airplanes, defense platforms, and business or regional jets.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.3BKey Investors
Kansas Department of Commerce
2024-07-01Acquired
2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2023-11-07Post Ipo Equity· $200M
Leadership Team
Irene Esteves
Chief Financial Officer
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