Senior QA Engineer - Aviation Airworthiness & Compliance

Textron

Wichita (KS)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Textron Aviation seeks a qualified professional to perform reviews, evaluations and inspections for aircraft and parts, issuing airworthiness approvals and certificates in accordance with ODA and Production Certificate authorizations.

You will lead, guide, and collaborate with team members to improve processes and reduce defects, while ensuring proper configuration using drawings and specifications. Strong communication with FAA and customers is essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field with 5 years of related experience.
In lieu of degree, aviation/business/related technical degree with 10 years of related experience.
Ability to obtain ODA airworthiness function code(s).
A&P Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Review, evaluate, and inspect Textron Aviation aircraft and parts to ensure proper configuration.
Communicate with FAA, customers, and regulators on certification and airworthiness matters.
Apply pre/post airworthiness activities affecting aircraft configuration and product(s).
Apply FAA regulations and means of compliance for certification of aircraft and parts.
Make decisions impacting company goals using business applications and data.
Demonstrate knowledge of aircraft flight operations and flight release processes.
Utilize MRB system for non-conforming material and process handling.
Know defect reporting, disclosure requirements, and QA bulletin processes.
Lead area with minimal disruption; interface with all levels; act as project specialist.