Overview

This role is at Spirit Aero Systems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, at Spirit’s Defense Business Unit (“Spirit Defense”). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions.

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities:

Production/Non-Production Contract and PO (purchase order) monthly audits of Spirit Defense Supply Chain (SCM) procurement activities which are a result of awards to Spirit Defense from USG (U.S. Government) and non-USG entities.

Reviews center mostly on pre-award activities and compliance with requirements, although some post reviews may be required.

Reviews require diligent attention to detail as the analyst is checking for both accuracy and content to FAR DFARS as well as internal policies and procedures.

• Development of monthly review/audit system including KPI (key performance indicators) and other metrics.
• KPI’s and metrics are distributed to Spirit Defense SCM and SCM Leadership, Spirit Defense Senior Leadership, Spirit Defense Government Compliance Leadership, and others, as needed.
• Facilitate individual/team SCM training based on review findings and KPI performance.
• Creation and updating of revision controlled documents and forms for SCM to utilize in the required documentation process, which includes documents for use in the pre/post review process for SCM as well as Governance & Compliance.
• Creation and updating of SCM Business Writings applicable to the pre/post review process.
• Regularly interacting/communicating with SCM, SCM Leadership, and other functions within the organization and Spirit Defense.
• Responsible for ensuring Spirit Defense SCM maintains an audit-ready position at all times.
• Participate in internal and external audits or assessments, as a resource to matters relating to purchasing/subcontracting policies/procedures, USG regulations, and compliance auditing processes.
• Ability to work and interface with diverse levels of Internal/External Customers & Government Personnel Regularly contributing to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards within Spirit Defense Compliance, paying particular attention to those with Supply Chain impacts.
• Be part of a team of compliance individuals focused on maintaining and enhancing not only Spirit Defense’s purchasing system, but the other business systems within the Spirit Defense organization.
• Limited travel may be required.
• Ad hoc requests

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s Degree is required
• 5 plus years of experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
• Successful candidates must be able to secure Program Access approval
• Skill in making presentations (verbal and/or written) to key stakeholders and with all levels of the organization
• Experience using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; strong computer skills preferred
• Detail oriented

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• An active Do

D Security Clearance:

• 6-9 years of experience
• Knowledge of FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation), DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (fka Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA))
• Knowledge of procurement processes, investigation, and resolution of complex procurement process issues.

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: $71,750.00 - $110,000.00

Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit Aero Systems’ 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.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Position Responsibilities:

Production/Non-Production Contract and PO (purchase order) monthly audits of Spirit Defense Supply Chain (SCM) procurement activities which are a result of awards to Spirit Defense from USG (U.S. Government) and non-USG entities.

Reviews center mostly on pre-award activities and compliance with requirements, although some post reviews may be required.

Reviews require diligent attention to detail as the analyst is checking for both accuracy and content to FAR DFARS as well as internal policies and procedures.

• Development of monthly review/audit system including KPI (key performance indicators) and other metrics.
• KPI’s and metrics are distributed to Spirit Defense SCM and SCM Leadership, Spirit Defense Senior Leadership, Spirit Defense Government Compliance Leadership, and others, as needed.
• Facilitate individual/team SCM training based on review findings and KPI performance.
• Creation and updating of revision controlled documents and forms for SCM to utilize in the required documentation process, which includes documents for use in the pre/post review process for SCM as well as Governance & Compliance.
• Creation and updating of SCM Business Writings applicable to the pre/post review process.
• Regularly interacting/communicating with SCM, SCM Leadership, and other functions within the organization and Spirit Defense.
• Responsible for ensuring Spirit Defense SCM maintains an audit-ready position at all times.
• Participate in internal and external audits or assessments, as a resource to matters relating to purchasing/subcontracting policies/procedures, USG regulations, and compliance auditing processes.
• Ability to work and interface with diverse levels of Internal/External Customers & Government Personnel Regularly contributing to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards within Spirit Defense Compliance, paying particular attention to those with Supply Chain impacts.
• Be part of a team of compliance individuals focused on maintaining and enhancing not only Spirit Defense’s purchasing system, but the other business systems within the Spirit Defense organization.
• Limited travel may be required.
• Ad hoc requests

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s Degree is required
• 5 plus years of experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
• Successful candidates must be able to secure Program Access approval
• Skill in making presentations (verbal and/or written) to key stakeholders and with all levels of the organization
• Experience using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; strong computer skills preferred
• Detail oriented

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• An active Do

D Security Clearance:

• 6-9 years of experience
• Knowledge of FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation), DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (fka Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA))
• Knowledge of procurement processes, investigation, and resolution of complex procurement process issues.

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: $71,750.00 - $110,000.00

Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit Aero Systems’ 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.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.