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Textron Internal Loads Engineer in Wichita, Kansas
Internal Loads Engineer
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.
We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell V-280 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 tilt-rotor
Internal Loads Engineer (across multiple levels)
We are looking for inquisitive and driven engineers with a passion to innovate.Bell is seeking an Internal Loads Engineer to support our many development and production programs. Bring your skills and passion for modeling and simulation to help us analyze advanced rotorcraft structures.This position is onsite at Bell’s Ft. Worth, TX headquarters.
What you’ll be doing as an Internal Loads Engineer
Develop internal loads using FEM and classical engineering principles.
Inform and comply with air vehicle structural design criteria by ensuring loading conditions envelop the desired usage spectrum.
Seek the optimum balance of factors such as safety, performance, cost, schedule, reliability, weight, strength, and stability.
Coordinate across multiple engineering, manufacturing, supplier, laboratory, flight test, and project management teams.
Communicate status or issues to teammates, leadership, customers, or authorities at completion milestones during the effort.
Verify model accuracy and validate results against ground or flight test measurements.
Develop and author reports to satisfy commercial certification or military customer requirements.
Create, develop, and maintain Internal Loads/FEM methods for deployment across the analysis community.
Qualifications
Skills You Bring To this Role
Skilled at creating, developing, and managing large complex finite element models of airframes comprising advanced composite and/or metallic structure.Experience with rotorcraft airframe structure is a bonus.
Experience with finite element tools such as Nastran, Patran, ANSYS Workbench and Mechanical, Altair HyperWorks, or Abaqus/CAE.
Experience with product definition and release process using 3DX, CATIA, Enovia, or equivalent.
Able to motivate yourself and others to act decisively.
Effective communication and organizational agility across large cross functional teams
Prioritize tasks while maintaining flexibility through the fast paced, evolving environment
What you need to be successful
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.Multiple levels will be considered for this position.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a major in Aerospace, Mechanical or other related disciplines.
Advanced degrees in relevant engineering disciplines or areas of focus will be considered as additional experience.
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 yeas
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
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, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.
Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.
Primary Location: US-Texas-Fort Worth
Other Locations: US-Texas-Hunstville, US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Relocation: Available
Job Posting: 08/06/2024, 11:00:35 AM
Job Number: 326470