Flight Test Inspector: Precision Aircraft Inspections

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bombardier seeks a Flight Test Inspector in Wichita to perform in-process, pre/post flight, and final inspections of experimental aircraft, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and safety standards.

The role requires at least 2 years of related inspection experience; an airframe and powerplant license is highly preferred; ability to read engineering documents and use precision measurement tools is essential. Bombardier offers a robust benefits program and diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience related to preflight or flight test inspection on aircraft.
• Airframe and Powerplant license highly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering documents.
• Ability to use precision measurement instruments and related equipment.
• Knowledge of aircraft assembly and systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Adhere to General Work Requirements.
• Perform in-process, pre/post flight, and final inspections of experimental aircraft to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, C‑RSI, PMS, and safety of flight.
• Witness and inspect installation of experimental ground test articles.
• Witness and/or inspect assembly, installation, and functional tests per specifications.
• Conduct initial shakedown of experimental aircraft and assess condition of components.
• Verify discrepancies are resolved prior to flight release for Bombardier-Learjet experimental aircraft and related tests.
• Document discrepancies and coordinate resolution with technicians or engineering.
• Ensure paperwork complies with engineering specs and aircraft configuration.
• Prepare and maintain maintenance records, logs, and test procedures.
• Write conformities verifying assemblies and installations meet engineering specs.
• Weigh experimental aircraft and initiate weight/balance forms per manuals.

Skills

Read engineering documents

Precision measurement tools

Aircraft systems knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

Airframe & Powerplant license

Tools

None specified

Job description

Bombardier seeks a Flight Test Inspector in Wichita to perform in-process, pre/post flight, and final inspections of experimental aircraft, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and safety standards.

The role requires at least 2 years of related inspection experience; an airframe and powerplant license is highly preferred; ability to read engineering documents and use precision measurement tools is essential. Bombardier offers a robust benefits program and diverse work environment.