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What is it like to work at Spirit Aerosystems?

Spirit Aerosystems is a company that values innovation, collaboration, and safety, fostering a culture that prioritizes employee well-being and development. As a leading manufacturer of commercial aircraft components, Spirit Aerosystems operates in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a flat organizational structure that encourages open communication and teamwork, and its facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and equipment. Working at Spirit Aerosystems may appeal to candidates who are passionate about aerospace engineering, enjoy working on complex projects, and value a company that prioritizes employee growth and safety.

What makes Spirit Aerosystems an attractive place to work?

Spirit Aerosystems is a leading global aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and delivers commercial aircraft parts and systems, playing a critical role in the aviation industry. The company offers a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and a culture of continuous improvement, with opportunities for employees to contribute to cutting-edge projects and develop their skills. By joining Spirit Aerosystems, individuals can pursue a career in a rapidly evolving industry, with opportunities for growth, professional development, and making a meaningful impact on the global aerospace landscape.

Do workers at Spirit AeroSystems get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
77% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Does Spirit AeroSystems pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
72% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

At Spirit AeroSystems, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
94% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from Spirit AeroSystems affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
98% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Spirit AeroSystems?

Most people get paid time off work.
94% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 63% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 31% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.

Do workers at Spirit AeroSystems worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
85% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.

Do Spirit AeroSystems workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
53% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.

How easy is it for Spirit AeroSystems workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
76% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Spirit AeroSystems?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
88% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do Spirit AeroSystems managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
91% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do jobs at Spirit AeroSystems spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
10% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at Spirit AeroSystems?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
95% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Is a Spirit AeroSystems job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
80% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2025.

Is working at Spirit AeroSystems good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
39% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Spirit AeroSystems feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
85% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Spirit AeroSystems get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
85% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Spirit AeroSystems?

Some people feel stressed here.
51% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Spirit AeroSystems enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
89% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Spirit AeroSystems recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
68% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Spirit AeroSystems?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
37% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Spirit AeroSystems?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 71% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Do people think Spirit AeroSystems’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
85% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Spirit AeroSystems is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
45% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

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Material & Process Engineer

Spirit AeroSystems

Wichita, KS • On-site

$96K - $147K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 25 days ago

Spirit AeroSystems rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

41st of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

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

Key Accountabilities

  • Apply Engineering Principles: Utilize engineering knowledge to support the development, design, manufacturing, assembly, evaluation/inspection, and procurement of aircraft or aerospace structural details and assemblies.
  • Material Selection and Development: Recommend and select processes, coatings, and components, considering environmental and regulatory requirements for chemical, environmental, and mechanical aspects of aerostructures.
  • Concept Development: Develop new concepts for aerostructures aligned with OEM process requirements.
  • Research and Development: Support research projects to resolve process challenges, enhance manufacturing and assembly processes, and advance aerospace materials technology.
  • Process Improvement: Innovate chemical process and assembly operations to achieve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, environmental sustainability, and compliance with contractual and regulatory standards.
  • Standards Development: Contribute to the development and maintenance of  engineering standards and specifications.
  • Documentation: Review and approve engineering drawings and documents for part conformance and to assist in resolving part failure analysis for fabrication, assembly and in service problems.
  • Problem-Solving and Quality Improvement: Utilize analytical problem-solving skills to enhance delivery efficiency and quality, including Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCAs).

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • Associate Engineer (Level 2): 2+ years working as an engineer in a related field
  • Mid-Level Engineer (Level 3): 5+ years working as an engineer in a related field
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multi-functional teams
  • Demonstrated ability to learn and work independently
  • Effective time management

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Industry Experience: Prior experience in the aircraft/aerospace industry focusing on aerostructure materials, processes, and standards.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD tools such as Catia V5/6, Enovia, PASS, PDMLink, along with Project Planning (MS Project), Engineering Resource Planning Tools (SAP/cERP/gPLM), and standard MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, Visio).
  • Advanced Education or Experience: A Master's degree in Chemical, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering is preferred. Alternatively, a minimum of five years of direct technical experience in aircraft/aerospace engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Process Improvement: Training or certification in Lean or Six Sigma.

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 Engineer (Level 2): $79,000 - $121,100   

Summary Pay Range - Mid-Level Engineer (Level 3): $96,050 - $147,250 

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.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • Associate Engineer (Level 2): 2+ years working as an engineer in a related field
  • Mid-Level Engineer (Level 3): 5+ years working as an engineer in a related field
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multi-functional teams
  • Demonstrated ability to learn and work independently
  • Effective time management

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Industry Experience: Prior experience in the aircraft/aerospace industry focusing on aerostructure materials, processes, and standards.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD tools such as Catia V5/6, Enovia, PASS, PDMLink, along with Project Planning (MS Project), Engineering Resource Planning Tools (SAP/cERP/gPLM), and standard MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, Visio).
  • Advanced Education or Experience: A Master's degree in Chemical, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering is preferred. Alternatively, a minimum of five years of direct technical experience in aircraft/aerospace engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Process Improvement: Training or certification in Lean or Six Sigma.

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 Engineer (Level 2): $79,000 - $121,100   

Summary Pay Range - Mid-Level Engineer (Level 3): $96,050 - $147,250 

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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