Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist

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 V-280, part of the US Army’s Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless, Bell’s Autonomous Pod Transport (APT), 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 however, exceptions for alternate work arrangements may be considered.

Supplier Quality Assurance

Supplier Quality Assurance plays a pivotal role in managing the supply base quality performance while mitigating risk and driving improvements throughout the supply chain. This includes qualifying suppliers through their management systems and capabilities, monitoring and partnering for quality performance improvement, and communicating and supporting business objectives to ensure that quality product and processes are compliant at first receipt and throughout life of program.

What you’ll be doing as a Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist

• Performs Supplier Audits of Classified and Major suppliers, Processors and Service Providers, as applicable

• Creates and utilizes source inspection work plans (Creates works plans for use by Source Inspection or Suppliers)

• Coordinates answers to Supplier Reports and Corrective Actions (facilitates Root Cause Corrective Action activities with Supplier)s as a result of Audit, Compliance, or Product deficiencies or escapes.)

• Performs source inspections of product

• Conducts First Article Inspections, including validation and verification of engineering characteristics and requirements

• Provides input and data for CAB I and CAB II meetings (Corrective Action Board)

• Interacts with internal and external customers

• Supports cross functional teams engaged in continuous improvement initiatives

• Performs various administrative activities related supplier quality information in the company’s ERP system

• Independently determines and develops approaches to and solutions compliantly within policies & procedures

• Leverages experience and knowledge for the improvement of the organization

• Support Customer Service organization on RCCA on Buy part returns as necessary.

Qualifications

Skills You Bring To this Role

• Familiarity with methods of inspection, processes control and improvement techniques

• Familiarity with prevalent industry Quality Systems & Records (inclusive of retention requirements and backup)

• Familiarity with Metrology/Calibration for purposes of audit and measurement system analysis

• Strong business acumen

• Understands how businesses work

• Knowledgeable in current polices and makes recommendations regarding future policies, practices, trends, and information affecting the organization

• Aware of how strategies and tactics work in the marketplace

• Proven problem-solving skills: Demonstrates an advanced level of root-cause analysis

What you need to be successful

• Bachelor's degree (Engineering or Aerospace degree preferred).

• 6 years relevant experience in Supplier Quality Assurance

• Excellent presentation skills

• Ability to work in cross-functional teams

• Ability to travel up to 50% to support other sites.

• Good communication skills, written and verbal

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with CAD tools like Catia V 5/6, MATLAB and ANSYS, SAP, Enovia

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

• 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.

Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is

$69,900 - $129,900 per year.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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)., Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. , 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.

Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.
Primary Location: US-California-California City
Job Function: Quality
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time
Relocation: Unavailable
Job Posting: 09/23/2024, 10:50:26 AM
Job Number: 327455