Methods Engineer

Overview

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.

This position is located in Dallas, TX.

Responsibilities

The Methods Engineer supports the maintenance and repair organization by developing, standardizing, and optimizing repair methodologies for aircraft structural and sheet-metal components in an aftermarket (MRO) environment. This role ensures engineering intent is converted into clear, executable repair instructions that enable safe, compliant, and efficient aircraft component repairs.

Key Accountabilities :

• Develop, standardize, and maintain repair process documentation, including work travelers, inspection checklists, repair layouts, and job cards .
• Translate engineering data into accurate, operator-friendly repair documentation .
• Verify repair methods meet FAA / EASA Part 145 and manufacturers requirements .
• Ensure consistent format, visual standards, and clear documentation structure.
• Define methods, sequences, tooling, and materials for structural / sheet-metal repairs.
• Collaborate with Design and Stress Engineering to identify and support repair development.
• Analyze repair maintenance feedback to identify recurring issues and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical training and support to maintenance teams on repair instructions and standards.
• Ensure all work plans, Bill of Materials and documentation comply with manufacturers data, regulatory and internal quality systems.
• Work with Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure smooth integration of new or updated methods.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range : $71,650 - $109,800