Overview

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, at Spirit’s Defense Business Unit (“Spirit Defense”). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develops new and modified computer systems specifications and information processing solutions that address business requirements and that fit with Spirit Aerosystems internal and external system architecture requirements and standards
• Initiates projects by participating in planning and implementation activities such as work/organization breakdown structure development and responsibility assignment matrix development
• Revises, maintains, and tests existing systems and procedures to correct deficiencies and maintain more effective data handling, input/output requirements, conversion, and storage
• Develops and monitors project progression in order to control costs, ensure effective allocation of work, and evaluate and resolve (or elevate to management as needed) disputes in order to ensure compliance with company standards and policies as well as contractual and regulatory mandates

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at our Wichita, KS location.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of related experience
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Mid-Level (Level 3): 5+ years of related experience
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance and/or Special Program Access
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical or business field
• IT, Business, or Project Management background
• Experience providing technical services to end users
• Exceptional communication skills

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 - Associate (Level 2): $60,650 - $93,000

Summary Pay Range - Mid-Level (Level 3): $75,800 - $116,200

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.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.