Quality Operations Specialist, Logistics

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 aircraft.

This team is located in Bell’s Plant 3 CDC Warehouse in Grand Prairie, TX and is responsible for the Quality Assurance (QA) activities and initiatives. Oversees 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 management staff.

• Quality Program Planning and Management
• Develop, calculate and report out on a variety of Quality metrics
• Independently conduct process audits
• Supporting Corrective Action and Continuous Improvement Process efforts
• Utilizing Quality Management Systems, Records, & Data
• Collaborate with and support military and commercial customers
• Develop quality inspection plans for all new commercial programs to ensure compliance with quality management system
• Review and approve supplier First Article Inspection (FAI)
• Manage customer-related root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities to ensure timely and effective resolutions

• Familiarity with AS9100 Quality Management System requirements
• Demonstrated leadership skills, strong interpersonal skills, and comfort around management, customers, and regulatory authorities
• Computer skills, including Microsoft, Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.
• Project Management experience managing stakeholders’ needs and setting priorities
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification or some other Continuous Improvement certification preferred
• Experience with FAA 14 CFR Part 21 and 145 regulations preferred
• Prior experience with Bell Quality tools and Bell systems related to day-to-day activities is a plus

• 4-Yr Degree such as BS/BA in, Business Administration, Industrial Technology/Management, Engineering or similar
• At least 2+ years’ experience as a Quality Professional in the aerospace industry
• Experience with SAP, Enovia, Power
  
  BI dashboards, 3DX, Catia 6
• Experience in detail and component manufacturing, metal and composite repairs and component assembly
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, reports, procedures, and certifications

Note: Bell/Textron relocation assistance is NOT Available for this role

• 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.

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