Thu, Jun 16, 2011
Maintenance, Modifications, Upgrades Reductions To Occur
Through 2011
Boeing said Tuesday that it would cut approximately 225 jobs at
Boeing Defense, Space & Security’s Maintenance,
Modifications & Upgrades (MM&U) facility in Wichita. The
reductions are a result of some Wichita programs coming to an end
and other adjustments in aircraft maintenance cycles.
“This reduction of positions is
necessary to help our business reduce cost and improve
productivity,” said Mark Bass, MM&U vice president and
general manager. “Our goal is to remain affordable and
competitive, and ensure future growth in the airplane modification
business in Wichita.”
The reductions will take place through the remainder of this year
through layoffs, normal attrition and placements elsewhere within
the company. The first phase of notices will be sent to
approximately 60 employees on June 17. Boeing Human Resources
professionals will help displaced workers with resume writing,
interviewing, and other job-hunting assistance.
The Boeing Defense, Space & Security facility in Wichita
specializes in modifying commercial derivative aircraft for
military or government operations. Boeing Global Transport &
Executive Systems (GTES) is headquartered in Wichita, with major
operations in Oklahoma City and the Puget Sound area of Washington
state. GTES supports all Boeing aircraft in the U.S. Air
Force’s executive fleet, including C-32A and C-40B/C, as well
as the National Command Authority’s E-4B and the U.S.
Navy’s C-40A and E-6B. The facility also provides engineering
and repairs for the B-52H, modification support for the
International 767 program, and engineering for the KC-46
Tanker.
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