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Mid-Level Operations Support Specialist

Wichita, KansasFull-time$72k–$110k2026-08-31 → 2026-11-11

Core

Operation process expert providing guidance on build plans, methods, techniques, and sequences for commercial aerostructure manufacturing.

Role type

Mid-level manufacturing operations specialist

Builds

Commercial aerostructures (fuselages, pylons, nacelles, wing components)

Domain

Aerospace manufacturing / Composite and aluminum fabrication

Required skills

Manufacturing process expertise, Continuous improvement, Composite fabrication knowledge, Production engineering principles, Quality engineering, Industrial engineering, Labor estimation, Tooling concepts, Cross-functional coordination

Preferred skills

SAP, Lean Six Sigma, RCCA process, Business case preparation, Bachelor's degree, Shop floor experience

Technologies

SAP, Excel, PowerPoint, 3-D engineering models

Responsibilities

Develop labor hour estimates and tooling/build concepts for bid proposals, Apply production engineering principles to develop quality and cost-effective methods, Lead and participate in long-range technical research, Provide guidance to less experienced manufacturing support staff

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC