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.
Summary:
- The Level B Quality Inspector ensures aerospace parts and assemblies meet specifications by interpreting technical drawings, performing precision measurements and tests, maintaining certifications and quality records, and coordinating with internal and external teams.
- The role requires strong analytical, communication, and computing skills, along with the ability to plan inspection operations independently and support cross-functional quality processes.
Location: Wichita, KS
Position Responsibilities:
- Use and interpret drawings, inspection manuals and specifications, shop mathematics, precision measuring instruments, specialized inspection machines, tools and equipment necessary to accomplish work assignments
- Good communication skills written and verbal
- Good computing skills
- Contact other company organizations or customer representatives, as required to coordinate and accomplish work assignments
- Operate testing machines, calculate and record results
- Maintain certifications as required
- Plan own sequence of operations
- Follow Inspection (shop) procedures to accept or reject processes/parts/assemblies
- Verify that tools are qualified
- Prepare and maintain Quality records
- Work across equivalent or lower level Inspector job codes as required
- Cross-train in equivalent level Metals, Process, Machine and Tooling Mechanic/Technician classifications
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- Use and interpret drawings, inspection manuals and specifications, shop mathematics, precision measuring instruments, specialized inspection machines, tools and equipment necessary to accomplish work assignments.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be willing and able to work any shift.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- 2 + years of Aerospace Quality Inspection experience.
- Manual inspection experience (calipers, mics, and etc.).
- Knowledge of GD&T.
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.
Pay: $25.09/hour, with potential to earn up to $43.13/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.
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
- Ability to use and interpret technical drawings, inspection manuals, and specifications
- Ability to use shop mathematics, precision measuring instruments, specialized inspection machines, tools, and equipment
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness and ability to work any shift
- Two or more years of aerospace quality inspection experience
- Manual inspection experience using calipers and micrometers
- Knowledge of GD&T
- Must meet U.S. Person export control requirements
Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
-
Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are often highlighted as a standout, featuring a notably generous company match with immediate vesting and options that can credit qualified student‑loan payments toward matching. External recognition and contract enhancements further underscore the strength of this area.
-
Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and mental‑health resources, with virtual care and HSA options in some plans. Descriptions also point to affordability features and access to specialized support programs.
-
Parental & Family Support — Family supports include paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy assistance, fertility benefits, and backup child and elder care resources. Coaching and related programs are available to help navigate family transitions.
Boeing Insights
What We Do
A leading global aerospace company and top U.S. exporter, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Our U.S. and global workforce and supplier base drive innovation, economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing is committed to fostering a culture based on our core values of safety, quality and integrity.
Why Work With Us
Aerospace protects and connects people, enables economic growth and trade, provides humanitarian relief and allows for human exploration of space. Boeing collaborates globally to support responsible growth for our industry, and we invest in innovation that improves the efficiency and sustainability of air travel and our operations.
Gallery
Boeing Offices
OnSite Workspace





