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Manufacturing Planner (Apprentice program)

Wichita, Kansas Job ID 2026-17992 Category Manufacturing, Repair and Maintenance Role Type Onsite Post Date Oct. 29, 2026
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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.

Boeing-Wichita is seeking entry-level Manufacturing Planners to join a 2-year structured, hands-on development program. The selected candidate will rotate through planning groups to learn how manufacturing plans are developed, maintained, and used to support production. With guidance from experienced planners and other subject matter experts, you’ll build foundational skills in interpreting engineering requirements, preparing work instructions, coordinating with production teams, and resolving planning issues. This role is designed for someone who is curious, organized, and eager to grow into a manufacturing planning career.

What You’ll Learn and Do:

  • Rotate through assigned planning groups to learn different products, processes, and planning responsibilities.
  • Review engineering drawings, specifications, and other technical information to understand manufacturing requirements.
  • Help develop and maintain manufacturing plans, work instructions, and related documentation.
  • Learn how to sequence work, identify required tools and materials, and support production readiness.
  • Work with manufacturing, engineering, quality, supply chain, and other teams to address questions and production issues.
  • Assist with researching and resolving plan discrepancies, incomplete information, and process concerns.
  • Update planning documents and systems accurately, following applicable procedures and requirements.
  • Participate in training, coaching, and development activities, and apply feedback to build planning skills.
  • Support continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and clear work instructions.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Strong interest in manufacturing, engineering, production planning, or a related field.
  • Basic computer skills and willingness to learn company systems and planning tools.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to organize tasks, manage priorities, and ask questions when requirements are unclear.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Associate degree, technical certificate, vocational training, or college coursework in manufacturing, engineering technology, industrial technology, or a related area.
  • Internship, co-op, military, or work experience in manufacturing, maintenance, production, or a technical environment.
  • Experience reading technical documents, drawings, or work instructions.
  • Familiarity with spreadsheets, databases, or enterprise planning systems.

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. 

Summary Pay Range: $50,500 - $76,750 

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.

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No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.

  • Generous company match to your 401(k).
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
  • Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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