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MV-75 Experimental Maintenance Lead
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Bell Flight 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) as 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. Responsibilities
Coordination of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, modifications, and repairs performed with MV‑75 Flight Test Engineering, Flight Test Operations, Instrumentation and Build/Manufacturing Engineering. Support development of Functional Test Procedures (FTPs), Aircraft System Interim Procedures (ASIPs), support equipment Statement of Works (SOWs), maintenance scheduling, and serve as a conduit for all work performed on aircraft. Lead maintenance efforts on aircraft, including coordination with Flight Test Engineering, Flight Test Instrumentation, Design Engineering, Liaison Engineering, and Amarillo Flight Operations. Identify potential issues early, efficiently resolve problems, and incorporate risk mitigation planning. Provide work instructions, direction and support for maintaining, troubleshooting and upgrading all related experimental maintenance and flight test instrumentation systems. Manage documentation including updates to procedures, distribution of meeting notes, metric reporting, use of reporting tools, distribution of schedule updates/status and maintain proper configuration management documents. Maintain proficiency in the use of specialized Bell‑developed software applications for experimental maintenance systems. Ensure data is accurate and complete. Effectively interface and communicate with the various managers and leaders on matters related to experimental maintenance requirements. Travel as needed between Arlington Flight Test and Huntsville facilities (up to 15% anticipated). Skills You Bring
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary support functions, including engineering disciplines, customers, suppliers, and partners. Demonstrated knowledge of developmental aircraft manufacturing processes and flight test aircraft maintenance operations. Familiarity with Primavera Project Manager, SAP, Microsoft Office or similar project management tools. Demonstrated ability to lead and execute. What You Need to Be Successful
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related discipline. Minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft manufacturing, experimental or production flight test, or aircraft maintenance. Candidate must be eligible to obtain Secret Security Clearance. Travel as needed between Arlington Flight Test and Huntsville facilities (up to 15% anticipated). Benefits
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 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 (Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information.
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MV-75 Experimental Maintenance Lead
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Bell Flight 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) as 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. Responsibilities
Coordination of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, modifications, and repairs performed with MV‑75 Flight Test Engineering, Flight Test Operations, Instrumentation and Build/Manufacturing Engineering. Support development of Functional Test Procedures (FTPs), Aircraft System Interim Procedures (ASIPs), support equipment Statement of Works (SOWs), maintenance scheduling, and serve as a conduit for all work performed on aircraft. Lead maintenance efforts on aircraft, including coordination with Flight Test Engineering, Flight Test Instrumentation, Design Engineering, Liaison Engineering, and Amarillo Flight Operations. Identify potential issues early, efficiently resolve problems, and incorporate risk mitigation planning. Provide work instructions, direction and support for maintaining, troubleshooting and upgrading all related experimental maintenance and flight test instrumentation systems. Manage documentation including updates to procedures, distribution of meeting notes, metric reporting, use of reporting tools, distribution of schedule updates/status and maintain proper configuration management documents. Maintain proficiency in the use of specialized Bell‑developed software applications for experimental maintenance systems. Ensure data is accurate and complete. Effectively interface and communicate with the various managers and leaders on matters related to experimental maintenance requirements. Travel as needed between Arlington Flight Test and Huntsville facilities (up to 15% anticipated). Skills You Bring
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary support functions, including engineering disciplines, customers, suppliers, and partners. Demonstrated knowledge of developmental aircraft manufacturing processes and flight test aircraft maintenance operations. Familiarity with Primavera Project Manager, SAP, Microsoft Office or similar project management tools. Demonstrated ability to lead and execute. What You Need to Be Successful
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related discipline. Minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft manufacturing, experimental or production flight test, or aircraft maintenance. Candidate must be eligible to obtain Secret Security Clearance. Travel as needed between Arlington Flight Test and Huntsville facilities (up to 15% anticipated). Benefits
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 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 (Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information.
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