Inspector Lead (5th Shift)

Textron • Wichita, KS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you can expect to lead and mentor a skilled team while setting the standard for inspection excellence in a fast‑paced aviation environment. You’ll ensure all inspection methods and procedures meet FAA regulations and manufacturer requirements, playing a critical role in aircraft safety, quality, and compliance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A&P License
• Knowledge of blueprints, specifications, arithmetic, and broad knowledge of aircraft instruments and equipment
• Minimum 5 years of aircraft instrument and equipment inspection, repair and functional test experience or directly related instrument and equipment work

Nice To Haves

• Familiar with Non-Destructive Testing procedures and applicability
• SAP Experience
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to lead and direct inspection related activities of aircraft maintenance
• Previous experience within the corporate jet sector
• Ability to obtain and maintain an airport security badge through the local airport authority, if applicable

Responsibilities

• Conduct in‑process, incoming, hidden damage, and final inspections to ensure all maintenance, repairs, and alterations meet airworthiness standards
• Certify aircraft and components for return to service by inspecting hardware, verifying documentation, and ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and Textron Aviation quality standards
• Interpret and apply maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, structural repair manuals, and approved technical publications to support accurate inspections and compliance
• Verify inspection records, reports, and FAA documentation to ensure accuracy, traceability, and adherence to regulatory and quality requirements
• Apply RII, Part 135 customer requirements, MELs, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, and conformity standards to all inspection and buy‑off activities
• Guide and coordinate inspection activities, support FAA or ODA audits, assist with conformity and certification processes, and collaborate with Quality leadership on document control and compliance

Benefits

• 401K company match + additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation
• Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester
• Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
• Fertility and adoption assistance, along with discounted childcare and planning
• Free financial consultations and guidance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED