Facilities - First Line Leader

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Wichita, KS, USA
In-Office
79K-121K Annually
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Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
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The Role
Leads facilities operations in a manufacturing environment by planning resources, improving buildings and equipment, coordinating cross-functional activities, overseeing RF and electromagnetic systems, managing contracts, analyzing metrics, maintaining records, and driving continuous improvement. Supervises large teams, resolves operational problems, tracks schedules, and reports department status to senior leadership while supporting flexible shift operations.
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At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
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.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Plan and integrate resources necessary for maintaining or improving company assets.
  • Analyze and improve facilities methods and conditions.
  • Coordinate activities with other company organizations and customers.
  • Analyze data using statistics and other tools.
  • Recommend and implement continual improvements.
  • Develop plans, resolve problems, establish schedules and track progress to maintain or improve buildings, equipment, and systems.
  • Oversee the installation, testing, certification, and maintenance of radio frequency systems and electromagnetic facilities.
  • Develop scope of work, acquire materials and services, and oversee facilities contracts.
  • Maintain historical records.
  • Interface with company organizations, customers, and suppliers.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in Aerospace, Aviation, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Metallic Finishing/Processing, Assembly or Machining
  • Minimum 2 years of experience managing/supervising a team of 20 or more employees
  • Minimum 2 years in a leadership/management experience (industry or military)
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing environment over Facilities
  • Experience reviewing, delivering or monitoring production metrics
  • Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Working experience with multiple cross functional groups (Quality, Assembly, Procurement, Supply Chain, Machining, Facilities etc.)
  • Prior management level experience reporting out to Senior Leadership on department production status
  • Flexibility working 2nd, 3rd or alternative work week shifts

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership role
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Aerospace, Aviation, Automotive, Industrial Manufacturing, Chemical Metallic Finishing/Processing, Assembly or Machining
  • Prior Military experience (management or leadership)
  • Understanding of a manufacturing production atmosphere
  • Understanding of supervising Union employees
  • Experience with Facilities maintenance or machining
  • Experience working in a 24/7 operations environment
  • Ability to coach and develop team
  • (CFM) Certified Facilities Manager, (SFP) Sustainability Facilities Professional, or (FMP) Facilities Management Professional certifications.

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: $78,650 - $120,600
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.
Export Control Requirements:
Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Skills Required

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in aerospace, aviation, industrial engineering, chemical metallic finishing or processing, assembly, or machining
  • Minimum 2 years of experience managing or supervising a team of 20 or more employees
  • Minimum 2 years of leadership or management experience in industry or the military
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment overseeing facilities
  • Experience reviewing, delivering, or monitoring production metrics
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience working with multiple cross-functional groups, including Quality, Assembly, Procurement, Supply Chain, Machining, and Facilities
  • Prior management-level experience reporting department production status to senior leadership
  • Flexibility to work second, third, or alternative work-week shifts
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a leadership role
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace, aviation, automotive, industrial manufacturing, chemical metallic finishing or processing, assembly, or machining
  • Prior military management or leadership experience
  • Understanding of a manufacturing production environment
  • Understanding of supervising union employees
  • Experience with facilities maintenance or machining
  • Experience working in a 24/7 operations environment
  • Ability to coach and develop a team
  • CFM, SFP, or FMP facilities management certification

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