About this opportunity
Spirit AeroSystems (A Boeing Company) lists this Spirit Defense – Experienced Ndi Inspector (Cleared) opportunity in city of wichita, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
At a glance
Company: Spirit AeroSystems (A Boeing Company) – Spirit Defense
Location: Wichita, KS 67210, USA
Pay:
$25.09–$43.13 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Any shift, including alternative work weeks
Experience: Experienced NDI inspection background required
Why this job is worth considering
This Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) role sits inside Spirit AeroSystems’ Defense Business Unit (“Spirit Defense”), an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace built on innovative engineering and rapid prototyping. You’ll operate multi-axis automated ultrasonic systems in a repair-station environment, verifying parts and processes against customer engineering requirements using ultrasonic and eddy current methods. This is a technically demanding, Level A inspection role with real ownership: you’ll assume technical responsibility for the NDT facility, equipment, and staff, establish inspection techniques from approved procedures, and provide guidance to trainees. Spirit AeroSystems is now a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, adding Boeing-backed scale to an already established Wichita, Kansas defense and space manufacturing site.
What you'll be doing
Operate multi-axis automated ultrasonic NDI systems and perform non-destructive inspection in a repair-station environment
Teach and program multi-axis NDT equipment to execute complex inspection motions
Set up and standardize NDI equipment, process parts, interpret results, and document acceptance or rejection decisions
Use ultrasonic and eddy current inspection methods to verify parts and processes meet customer engineering requirements
Perform all functions associated with Level A inspection requirements, including system performance checks against applicable process standards
Investigate and document root cause analysis and corrective action (non-disciplinary), and perform audit surveillance on NDI processes, documenting non-conformances per specification
Interpret codes, standards, and other contractual documents that control NDT methods
Provide guidance and supervision to trainees, and assume technical responsibility for the NDT facility, equipment, and staff
What we're looking forRequired
Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance and U.S. citizenship (a clearance active within the past 24 months is considered active)
Willing and able to work any shift
Preferred
NAS 410 NDI Level 2 or Level 3 certification (must be able to provide documented proof)
Associate’s degree or higher in an NDI or NDT field, or equivalent experience considered
Strong verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail
Ultrasonic inspection experience
Eddy current inspection experience
Aerospace industry experience
Pay, benefits and schedule
Pay is based on candidate experience and qualifications, market conditions, and business considerations. Summary pay range is $25.09/hour, with potential to earn up to $43.13/hour, in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement. This is a union-represented position with structured wage progression. Eligible employees can enroll in a Total Rewards benefits package that generally includes health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time-away programs;
specific programs and eligibility vary by location, date of hire, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Clearance
Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance required;
U.S. citizenship required. A security clearance active within the past 24 months is considered active.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
This is a Drug-Free Workplace;
post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in policy.
About Spirit AeroSystems and apply
Spirit AeroSystems is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, working through its Defense Business Unit (“Spirit Defense”) as an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies, and support its customers need to succeed in their missions, operating out of Wichita, Kansas. Apply today through hireCNC’s Quick Apply, and a member of our recruiting team will follow up directly.
Worksite address
city of wichita, KS, 67278, US
Who can apply
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