Principal Quality Logistics Specialist

Kautex Textron; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation sector seeks a Principal Quality Logistics Specialist. This role focuses on Quality Assurance, ensuring compliance, developing inspection plans, and managing corrective actions. Ideal candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree, 10+ years in quality management in aerospace, and strong leadership skills. Enjoy benefits including a 9/80 work schedule, generous PTO, and comprehensive health insurance.

Benefits

9/80 work schedule

80 hours Personal Time Off (PTO)

120 hours Vacation time

12-13 paid holidays per year

6 weeks parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive health insurance

On-site clinic

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience as a Quality Professional in aerospace and/or automotive industry.
• Experience with FAA regulations preferred.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Continuous Improvement certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Quality Assurance (QA) activities and initiatives.
• Develop quality inspection plans for new commercial programs.
• Manage root cause and corrective action activities.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelors Degree in Business Administration

Bachelors Degree in Industrial Technology

Job description

We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you.

We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) part of the US Army’s Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless and Bell's High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation stop-fold tilt-rotor. This position is onsite in Fort Worth.

Quality Logistics Support

The successful candidate will be responsible for Quality Assurance (QA) activities and initiatives and will provide leadership necessary to ensure compliance and customer satisfaction for the delivery of multiple model aircraft. Must be able to represent the Quality department in Integrated Product teams. Able to oversee the coordination of Quality program responsibilities with internal and external customers, customer responses, investigation and resolution of program related problems that affect customers' aircraft/components or kits. The position reports to the Senior Manager Civil Certification and interfaces directly with the Fort Worth Logistics Center Accountable Manager. This position is onsite in Fort Worth, TX.

What you’ll be doing as a Principal Quality Logistics Specialist

• Develop relationships and collaborate across multiple functions to foster teamwork at a facility level.
• Develop quality inspection plans for all new commercial programs to ensure compliance with quality management system.
• Manage customer related root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities to ensure timely and effective resolutions.
• Develop training to support global distribution center and MRO locations.
• Ensure Compliance with AS9100 standards and applicable FAA regulations.
• Maintain metric reporting for organizational strategy and objectives.

What you need to be successful

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Technology, or related field
• Advanced degrees will be considered as additional experience.
• Related degrees with relevant experience will be considered.
• 10+ years’ experience as a Quality Professional in the aerospace and/or automotive industry
• Experience with FAA 14 CFR Part 21 and 145 regulations, preferred
• Excellent communication skills are necessary for interfacing with customers and delivering presentations.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or other Continuous Improvement certification within quality

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.

We are on a journey to amplify innovation, cultivate purpose and bridge experiences by fostering a culture that is driven by unique perspectives, voices and values.