Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer

Bell Flight · Fort Worth, TX · 2 days ago

ManufacturingFull-time

About the Role

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. 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 at Bell’s Headquarters in Ft. Worth, Texas.

Manufacturing Process Engineering

Bring your experience and ideas to help strengthen the Manufacturing and Process Engineering group within the Operations Support team as we drive smooth and reliable execution across production environments. You will work closely with shop floors and production teams while supporting supplier coordination and building activities that keep programs moving forward. You will also partner with engineering groups and other cross-functional teams to stay aligned and maintain overall operational readiness.

This role is an important part of the team, contributing to continuous improvement efforts, driving new design and development initiatives, supporting problem-solving activities, and ensuring effective project execution. You will develop your skills and gain experience across multiple disciplines while supporting both operational and project-based work.

Responsibilities

Applying established manufacturing engineering standards, principles, and techniques while learning to incorporate more advanced concepts and tools into daily tasks.
Demonstrating intermediate understanding of component and assembly build processes, aircraft structure integration, and design systems to support technical work of moderate complexity.
Providing solutions to technical problems of moderate scope, recommending improvements, corrective actions, and process enhancements as needed.
Working under general supervision while following established procedures, completing tasks that are critical to project milestones and understanding how decisions impact upstream and downstream activities.
Communicating clearly with internal teams and, when required, with external partners or customers to support routine coordination and ensure alignment across stakeholders.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline is required.
At least 2+ years of engineering-related experience required.
Familiarity with applying engineering requirements to manufacturing processes.
Strong communication skills with customers and stakeholders beyond the immediate team.
Ability to identify, report, and evaluate safety and quality risks.

Benefits

9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
120 hours of Vacation time
12-13 paid holidays per year
6 weeks of 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

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

Additional Information

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.