Machine Parts Inspector A 2nd shift (MTC)

Textron; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron in Fort Worth, TX, seeks an experienced Machined Parts Inspector to verify conformance to blueprints and workmanship standards on machined components, excluding gear parts. You will perform complex layouts on a surface plate, check to tight tolerances, and inspect diverse materials and parts such as castings, forgings, extrusions, and brake cylinders.

The role requires 36 months of machine shop practice or inspection experience, with ITAR considerations and a strong emphasis on quality

Qualifications

• 36 months of Machine Shop practice or Machine Shop Inspection experience, preferably in aircraft industry.

Responsibilities

• Determines by visual examination and measurements with precision instruments, gauges, etc., the adherence to blueprint specifications and workmanship standards on machined parts (excluding gears).
• Makes complex layouts and setups on surface plate and checks measurements to close tolerances.
• Inspects parts made from steel, aluminum, aluminum alloy, brass, bronze, etc., including bolts, die castings, forgings, extrusions, brake cylinders, oleo struts, etc.
• Determines inspection procedures for new parts and proposes improvements in procedures and practices.
• Assigns duties to lower grade inspectors and checks their work for accuracy and completeness.
• May be assigned to any phase of machined parts inspection in Receiving Inspection, including vendor-made parts, after verification against specifications.

Tools

Inspector’s hand tools

Machinist’s hand tools

Precision-measuring instruments

Special testing devices

Special precision gauges

Templates

Job description

• Determines by visual examination and measurements with precision instruments, gauges, etc., the adherence to blueprint specifications and the proper standards of workmanship, material, finish, etc. on machined parts with the exception of gears and gear type parts.
• Make complex layouts and setups on surface plate and checks measurements to close tolerances.
• Parts inspected may be made from any of the different grades of steel, aluminum, or aluminum alloy, brass, bronze, etc., and may be bolts, die castings, sand casting, forgings, extrusions, purchases parts, brake cylinders, oleo struts etc.
• Determines correct inspection procedures to follow, devises methods of inspection for new type machine parts and makes effective recommendations for improvements in procedures and practices.
• Assign duties to lower grade Machined Parts Inspectors, instructs them in methods to be followed and checks their work for accuracy and completeness.
• May be assigned to any phase of machined parts inspection in Receiving Inspection including the acceptance of any vendor-made machined parts, forgings, casting, etc. except gears and gear type parts, after checking such parts to specifications by means of layout or other inspection procedures.

Description

Job Description

• Determines by visual examination and measurements with precision instruments, gauges, etc., the adherence to blueprint specifications and the proper standards of workmanship, material, finish, etc. on machined parts with the exception of gears and gear type parts.
• Make complex layouts and setups on surface plate and checks measurements to close tolerances.
• Parts inspected may be made from any of the different grades of steel, aluminum, or aluminum alloy, brass, bronze, etc., and may be bolts, die castings, sand casting, forgings, extrusions, purchases parts, brake cylinders, oleo struts etc.
• Determines correct inspection procedures to follow, devises methods of inspection for new type machine parts and makes effective recommendations for improvements in procedures and practices.
• Assign duties to lower grade Machined Parts Inspectors, instructs them in methods to be followed and checks their work for accuracy and completeness.
• May be assigned to any phase of machined parts inspection in Receiving Inspection including the acceptance of any vendor-made machined parts, forgings, casting, etc. except gears and gear type parts, after checking such parts to specifications by means of layout or other inspection procedures.

Qualifications

Tools & Equipment Used:

• Inspector’s hand and marking tools, machinist’s hand tools, precision-measuring instruments. Special testing and alignment devices and equipment and special precision gauges, templates, etc., and material testing equipment.

Experience & Other Requirements

• Thirty-six (36) months of Machine Shop practice or Machine Shop Inspection or its equivalent, preferably in the aircraft industry.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Textron is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V)

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information.

Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.

Primary Location: US-Texas-Fort Worth

Job Function: Manufacturing

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Experienced

Shift: Second Shift

Job Posting: 09/24/2026, 6:00:53 PM

Job Number: 345166