Hiring: Spirit Defense - Composite Mechanic Company: Spirit AeroSystems Location: Wichita, KS Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:02:24 Target Skills & Keywords : Secret Clearance, Security Clearance About the job Experience: •This is a union-represented position. •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. Required Skills: •Work within a team and independently to build composite structure details and assemblies using carbon and other composite materials •Work to instructions from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures, to assure the timely delivery of quality products to the customer •Perform multi-tasking and multi-machine operation where applicable •Work on platforms up to ten feet above the ground •Work within a team environment •Proficient use of technology i.e. computer, phones, laser projection, digital vacuum gauges •Use hand pressure and small tools to form and contour lay-up •Demonstrated capacity to use tools such as scissors, knives, pushing tools, markers, and other small tools Qualifications: •All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks. Majority of new hires will be hired on 2nd shift. •Demonstrated capacity to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance and Customer Program Access Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!