Sr Quality Inspector

Cessna Aircraft Company; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K)

Job summary

A major aerospace manufacturer located in Slidell, Louisiana, is seeking a skilled Sr Quality Inspector with expertise in structural and welding inspection. The role requires at least five years of experience in welding inspections and knowledge of NDT methods. Candidates should possess AWS certification and strong communication skills. The company offers flexible schedules, education assistance, and comprehensive health benefits to support employees' growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in welding inspections and related NDT.
• Must pass eye exams for relevant NDT methods.
• Proficient in visual inspection techniques and adherence to standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform NDT inspections per written procedures.
• Generate Quality reports and inspection documents.
• Interface with organization levels and customers.

Skills

Structural and Welding Inspection

NDT methods

Aluminum welding

Visual Inspection

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School or equivalent

AWS Certified Welding Inspector

Level II ASNT certifications

Tools

MES software (Solumina G8)

TIPQA

PLEX

PICO

Job description

Job Description - Sr Quality Inspector (331285)

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Land Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com and Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:

Specialist in Structural and Welding Inspection and defect identification through NDT methods including Visual Inspection and Dye Penetrant Inspection to determine adherence to standards, specifications, and drawing requirements. Prior experience in aluminum welding preferred, with capability to detect defects in both large weldments and small, detailed parts. Experience with MIL-STD or AWS acceptance criteria required.

Responsibilities

• Approach assignments with a high ethical resolve, ensuring reputable standing with our onsite customers.
• Capable of discerning rejectable weld defects by grading in accordance with given acceptance criteria.
• Ability to implement NDT inspection methods in accordance with written procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and process plans to determine product acceptability.
• Visual examinations by means of instruments, gauges, jigs, templates, or other measuring devices to include nondestructive test methods to ensure adherence to standards, specifications, drawing, etc.
• Experience conducting in-process weld inspections such as VT/MT/PT of root/fill passes, back gouges, etc.
• Generates Quality reports, completes Inspection Check Lists, nonconformance documents, calibration reports, x-ray, and other Quality documents/records as applicable to the specific area assigned.
• Adheres to all safety requirements, departmental instructions and TMLS Policies and Procedures.
• Interface directly with all levels of the organization, suppliers, and customers, as appropriate.
• Comfortable being audited on NDT Process adherence by Government customer.
• Performs any and all other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications

Education

• High School or equivalent education required
• Technical/vocational training preferred
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) preferred.
• Existing Level II ASNT Visual and Mag Particle Testing (VT and MT) certifications
• Existing Level II ASNT Penetrant Testing (PT) Certification preferred.

Position Requirements

• Minimum (5) years of experience performing welding inspections and related NDT.
• Must pass the required Eye exams for the NDT methods performed, as applicable.
• Must possess good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and MES software (Solumina G8)
  • Associated MES System Tools such as TIPQA, PLEX, PICO
• The ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance is required.

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron\'s products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

EEO Statement

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.