About the company
Spirit AeroSystems is a major U.S. aerospace manufacturer specializing in the design and production of aircraft structures and components. Its Wichita operations are central to the company’s long-standing aerospace manufacturing presence, supporting commercial, defense, and other aviation programs. Spirit’s documented capabilities include the design and manufacturing of aircraft systems and components, with production expertise covering large structural assemblies and advanced aerospace manufacturing processes. The company has additional U.S. operations in Tulsa, Kinston, and McAlester, creating a broad domestic manufacturing network. Spirit AeroSystems became part of the Boeing family in December 2025. Its Wichita workforce and facilities have historically supported major aircraft programs and complex aerostructure production. The company combines engineering, materials expertise, precision manufacturing, assembly, quality control, and supply-chain capabilities to produce high-performance aerospace structures that must meet demanding aviation requirements and certification standards.