**Lead Insp Flight \- 2nd shift \- Amarillo, TX** **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\. **Flight Inspection** Bring your experience and ideas and leverage shop floor supervision through extensive knowledge, experience, and leadership abilities\. The Lead Inspector Flight position assumes a leadership role for an assigned work area, be it a fixture, aircraft, or facility\. **What you'll be doing as a Lead Flight Inspector** + Executing supervisor's work plan for each manufacturing day + Providing direction to Inspection crew in developing work assignments + Planning priority work sequence + Resolution of daily problems inhibiting assembly efforts + Assisting with technical instruction + Completion of paperwork as required + Maintaining close coordination with the Supervisor regarding status of aircraft/item in work + Maintain in\-depth knowledge of policies and procedures for facility and work area + Operates special kinds of testing instruments and equipment as required\. + Directly responsible for complete and final inspection of each aircraft for safe and proper functioning and subsequent flight tests\. + Prepares flight inspection reports and all other necessary data for complete and final inspection prior to customer acceptance and final delivery\. + Approves acceptable work or rejects all work which fails to meet required standards and recommends corrective action to prevent recurrence\. + Rechecks when corrective measures have been completed\. + In all cases inspectors must have had additional training and experience required to handle the more difficult and complicated phases of inspection work\. + Used inspector tools and equipment e\.g\. hand and marking tools, electricians and/or mechanics hand tools, precision measuring instruments, devices and equipment, and a variety of specialized equipment and alignment instruments\. + May aid, guide or assist quality policy designees in an advisory capacity in proper inspection methods and procedures and may check their work for accuracy and acceptability\. + Inspectors are required to adhere to and follow the Quality Inspection Manual Process, Amarillo Stamp Awareness Guidelines, and other related policies, procedures and processes\. **Skills You Bring To this Role** + Knowledge of precision measuring instruments and special alignments\. + Knowledge of electricians and/or mechanics tools\.  + Ability to prioritize work, strong analytical and problem\-solving skills with a team player mindset\. + Excellent communicator, must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, internal and external suppliers, and brief leaders/customers\.  **Qualifications** **What you need to be successful** + High school diploma or equivalent\.  + Technical degree in Avionics is preferred\.  + 3 years flight inspection experience with some experience in engine test and ground work\. + Prefer a current A & P License or strong Avionics training\.  + Preferred knowledge of precision measuring instruments and special alignments\.  **What we offer you in return** + 4x10 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\._ **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\. 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\. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information\. **Recruiting Company:** Bell Textron Inc. **Primary Location:** US-Texas-Amarillo **Job Function:** Quality **Schedule:** Full-time **Job Level:** Individual Contributor **Job Type:** Standard **Shift:** Second Shift **Job Posting:** 07/14/2025, 8:13:04 PM **Job Number:** 334647