Spirit AeroSystems (A Boeing Company)

🔎At a Glance

Company Name: Spirit AeroSystems (A Boeing Company)
Location: Wichita, Kansas
Shop Type: OEM Production Manufacturing
Industries Served: Commercial Aerospace, Defense, Business & Regional Aircraft
Typical Work: High-volume production of precision aerostructures
Machining Capabilities: 3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis CNC machining (multi-axis production)
Materials: Aluminum, composites, aerospace-grade alloys
Certifications: AS9100 aerospace manufacturing environment, ITAR compliant
Shift Environment: Multi-shift operation (2nd shift most common for new hires)

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About Spirit AeroSystems (A Boeing Company)

Spirit AeroSystems’ Wichita operation is one of the largest aerospace manufacturing facilities in the United States, now operating as part of Boeing. The site produces critical aerostructure components used across commercial aircraft and defense platforms.

This is a true OEM production environment, focused on repeatable, high-precision manufacturing at scale. Machinists here are part of long-term aircraft programs where consistency, process discipline, and quality are non-negotiable.

With Boeing integration, the Wichita facility offers long-term stability, modern equipment, and structured career progression — making it one of the most secure machining environments in the industry.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

Machinists at Spirit AeroSystems work on:

• Part Types: Structural aerospace components, aircraft assemblies, precision machined parts
• Production Style: High-volume, repeat production with long-term programs
• Typical Tolerances: Tight aerospace tolerances with in-process inspection
• Programming & Setup: Setup/operator roles (some program editing at the machine; programming not required)
• Materials Machined: Aluminum, composites, aerospace alloys

This is hands-on machining — not just loading parts — with responsibility for quality at the machine.

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Machining Capabilities

• CNC Milling (3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis)
• Multi-Axis Production Machining
• Large-scale aerospace component machining
• Build-to-print manufacturing
• High-volume production machining

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CNC Equipment

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Multi-Axis / Advanced Machines

• Modig
• DMG Mori
• Mazak
• Okuma

CNC Mills

• Haas machining centers
• Multi-axis VMCs and HMCs

Controls

• Fanuc
• Mazatrol
• Haas controls

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Software & Programming

CAM Software: Centralized programming (not required for machinists)
CAD Software: Engineering-driven environment
Inspection Systems: In-process inspection tools and measurement systems

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Quality, Inspection & Certifications

Spirit AeroSystems maintains strict aerospace quality standards supported by:

• Certifications: AS9100 environment, ITAR compliance
• Inspection Equipment: Calipers, micrometers, bore gages, electronic measurement tools
• Quality Processes: First-article inspection, in-process inspection, MRB processes, documented quality systems

This is a structured, process-driven environment where quality expectations are clear and enforced.

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Why Machinists Choose to Work Here

Machinists choose Spirit AeroSystems (Boeing Wichita) because:

• Union shop with structured pay progression
• Large, stable aerospace manufacturer with long-term programs
• Clean, organized, safety-focused environment
• Access to advanced multi-axis CNC equipment
• Strong benefits and total rewards package
• Opportunities for growth, cross-training, and advancement
• Long-term career stability — not short-term or high-turnover work

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Open CNC Machinist Jobs

Spirit AeroSystems (A Boeing Company) is currently hiring for:

• CNC Machinist (Multi-Axis Setup / Operator)

👉 View current CNC machining jobs at Spirit AeroSystems on hire