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.
The MV-75 Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) is the Premier Vertical Lift military program in the world. Bell’s MV-75 FLRAA aircraft will become the Army’s primary assault aircraft for the next 30 years, sunsetting UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters and advancing the Army’s assault capabilities. The MV-75 program is utilizing the latest in cutting edge technology to expand the United States Army’s tactical advantage in future conflicts. The Bell MV-75 team seeks the top engineering talents from around the industry to design, develop, and deliver the world’s next-generation military aircraft.
This position is onsite i n Fort Worth, TX and will work at both Headquarters and the SIL in Arlington TX at the Flight Research Center.

PREFERRED SKILLS INCLUDE:

• Experience with the use of sensor systems to aid flight in degraded visual environments (DVE)
• Experience with helmet mounted displays used to provide heads-up eyes-out situational awareness
• Experience with radio frequency (RF) sensors such as weather radar, stormscopes, synthetic aperture radar, targeting radar, or terrain following radar
• Experience with EVMS
• Experience in development of system architectures and schematics.
• Experience in Mission System development and testing in a systems integration lab.
• Experience in aircraft installation, functional testing, and troubleshooting.
• System engineering and configuration management processes.
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering
• Knowledge of Open Systems Standards (FACE, HOST, JCA, or MOSA (Modular Open Systems Architecture/Approach)

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING AS A MANAGER, SENSORS & SITUATIONAL AWARENESS TEAM

• Managing and coaching Mission Systems engineers to ensure an engaged and skilled team responsible for design implementation and integration; requirements management; systems and component specifications; interface management; system safety assessment; validation and verification testing in systems integration labs; and aircraft flight test.
• Leading the team through all phases of development from pre and detailed design, qualification, integration testing, flight test, and production.
• Technical evaluation of suppliers and managing subcontracts including SOW, Specifications, ICDs, RFPs, and schedules. Managing suppliers through all phases of development, integration and test.
• Working collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams to define cross-functional interfaces and conduct aircraft-level trade studies as designs move from concept to production.
• Manage and provide status updates on IPT Schedule, Cost Estimates, Risks, and staffing requirements.
• Interface with end users and customers including pilots, U.S government representatives and airworthiness authorities.

SKILLS YOU BRING TO THIS ROLE:

• Experience with avionics integration and the processes required to combine individual components into an effective overall system
• Experience with supplier management and project management
• Previous leadership experience guiding teams of engineers