Textron

Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist

Textron • $80K — $95K *
Fort Worth, TX 76137In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Engineering or Aerospace.
  • Minimum 3 years of Supplier Quality Assurance experience with a solid technical background.
  • Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
  • Ability to travel up to 50%, mainly domestically.
  • Proven project execution skills and advanced problem-solving capabilities.
  • Solid understanding of supply chain dynamics and manufacturing technologies.
  • Excellent communication skills; proficient in MS Office and enterprise systems.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve technical issues related to supplier quality and safety.
  • Manage supplier quality improvement projects with minimal oversight.
  • Conduct supplier oversight activities, including audits and product inspections.
  • Drive supplier Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities and contribute to CAB meetings.
  • Cross-train team members and continually enhance personal knowledge and skills.

Benefits

  • 9/80 work schedule providing every other Friday off.
  • 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO) and 120 hours of vacation time.
  • 12-13 paid holidays per year.
  • 6 weeks of parental leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
  • Comprehensive health insurance and on-site medical facilities.
  • Access to a variety of Employee Resource Groups.
Full Job Description
We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell MV-75 Cheyenne aircraft for the US Army's Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless and Bell's X-76 a High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation aircraft.

This role is on site at Bell's Fort Worth, TX headquarters and requires the ability to travel up to 50% as needed to support supplier quality activities.

Supplier Quality Assurance Team

This team is responsible for ensuring the Supply Chain meets Bell's Supplier Quality requirements. This role provides leadership and coordination of supplier quality initiatives to support current and future departmental requirements, working under the direction of a Supplier Quality Manager or senior peer as needed.

This role also coordinates Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCAs) dealing with nonconforming product.

What you'll be doing as a Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist:

  • Collaborate with SMEs, SCMEs, customers, and suppliers to resolve technical issues related to supplier quality and safety, using engineering logic, facts, and data from suppliers and internal production facilities to drive improvement.
  • Manage and execute supplier quality improvement projects with minimal oversight, compiling supporting analysis and clearly communicating findings and recommendations to key stakeholders.
  • Perform supplier oversight activities, including audits of classified and major suppliers, processors, and service providers; source inspections of product; and First Article Inspections (FAI) with validation and verification of engineering characteristics and requirements.
  • Drive supplier Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities and provide data and input for CAB I and CAB II (Corrective Action Board) meetings.
  • Cross-train and share expertise with team members while continuously developing your own knowledge through research, training, education, and collaboration with SMEs to deepen understanding of manufacturing technologies.


Skills You Bring To this Role:

  • Bachelor's degree required. Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Aerospace or related field is preferred.
  • Must have at least 3 years' experience inSupplier Quality Assurance experience with a strong technical background in inspection methods, process control, improvement techniques, metrology/calibration for audits and measurement system analysis, and familiarity with industry Supplier Quality Systems and records (including retention and backup requirements).
  • Must have a solid level of knowledge and experience working with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
  • Ability to travel up to 50% to support supplier quality activities, mostly domestic, but could have slight amount of international travel.
  • Demonstrated disciplined project execution skills (initiating, planning, executing, controlling, closing) with deliverables reviewed for technical soundness; advanced root-cause problem-solving abilities and ability to apply engineering design/analysis to evaluate discrepancies and anomalies.
  • Solid business and supply chain knowledge, including current policies, practices, trends, and marketplace dynamics, with the ability to recommend future policies and improvements; intermediate knowledge in manufacturing technologies.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills; proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, Outlook) and efficient user of enterprise systems of record (SAP, ENOVIA, CAMS).
  • Experience with CAD and engineering tools such as CATIA V5/V6, MATLAB, ANSYS, SAP, and ENOVIA (preferred)


NOTE: Bell/Textron Relocation Assistance is NOT available for this role.

What we offer you in return:

  • You'll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule
  • 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
  • 120 hours Vacation time
  • 12-13 paid holidays per year
  • 6 weeks parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor
  • Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
  • And so much more


It's time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let's make history together.

About Textron

Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna Aircraft Company, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Greenlee, and Textron Systems.

Textron Careers

Joining Textron means becoming part of a global network of experienced professionals and leaders who are committed to driving innovation and excellence in various industries. At Textron, we offer a multitude of job opportunities that allow you to explore your potential and advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Work You’ll Do

At Textron, you will engage in meaningful work that makes a real impact. Whether you are in engineering, finance, manufacturing, or IT, every position contributes to our culture of innovation and leadership. Our team is dedicated to developing solutions that not only meet but exceed the needs of our customers across the globe.

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Textron is not just a company; it's a community where growth and development are encouraged. From entry-level positions to leadership roles, the diversity of paths available ensures that your career journey is uniquely yours. We offer professional development through a variety of training programs and mentorships, designed to enhance your skills and broaden your perspectives.

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Textron is committed to the well-being and continuous growth of our employees. We offer competitive benefits packages that support the health, happiness, and security of our team and their families. Our culture is built on a foundation of respect, diversity, and inclusion, where everyone’s contribution is valued.

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Learn more about Textron
Size
33,000 employees
Market Cap
$14.6 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$309 million
Founded
1923
5 Year Trend
-2.1%
Revenue
$11.6 billion
NASDAQ
TXT
* Ladders Estimates

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