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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 position is onsite in Fort Worth at Bell's Manufacturing Technology Center (MTC).

Manufacturing Innovation

This position will execute activities for designing digital machine processes and standards for advanced manufacturing equipment.  You will work at Bell’s state of the art Manufacturing Technology Center with a diverse team of engineers.  

You’ll work with both metallics and composite manufacturing processes executing the design and development of digital processes and resources.  

Objectives also include driving the advancement of enterprise knowledge and capability to reduce the execution time associated with creating CAD/CAM content for manufacturing.

What you’ll be doing as a Digital Engineer:

·         Document and develop “design to manufacturing” integrations through CAD/CAM systems or other process documentation systems.

·         Work with MI Team to interpret business requirements into design and manufacturing system functionality to reduce cost and schedule, test the functionality through multiple testing environments.

·         Using knowledge of Design and manufacturing systems, CAD/CAM, and software development, configure, maintain, and integrate new methods of maximizing the execution of the system by various approaches.

·         Examine system abilities, formulate operating instructions, and assemble documentation to determine the best methods of executing all forms of manufacturing translation to meet design requirements.

·         Develop and implement policies, procedures and programs uniquely conceived to promote the Manufacturing Innovation mission and industrialization of new technologies.

·         Interface with manufacturing CAM users, design CAD users, programmers, IT architects, manufacturing and shop floor personnel requiring knowledge and proficiency in design or manufacturing data execution.

·         Look for opportunities to improve digital process execution balanced with the practical integration with other major business systems.

Skills You Bring to This Role: 

·         We are looking for inquisitive and driven engineers with a passion to innovate and learn new technologies.

·         Comprehensive understanding of design modeling and/or manufacturing model development, use case development, test case development, and testing.

·         Knowledge of the processes and workflows associated with manufacturing planning. 

·         Experience with CAD/CAM systems such as CATIA v5 or v6, Prefer Catia 3DX experience. 

·         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.

What you need to be successful:

·         Bachelor’s degree with a Major in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering or Manufacturing Technology.  Advanced degrees will be considered as additional experience.

·         2 years minimum Engineering experience required in CAD/CAM software, with experience in process design research and development.

NOTE: Bell/Textron Relocation Assistance is NOT available for this role.

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

·         On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor 

·         Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups

·         And so much more

NOTE: Bell/Textron Relocation Assistance is NOT available for this role.

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.