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Airworthiness Certification Engineer - Avionics and Mission Systems
Airworthiness Certification Engineer - Avionics and Mission SystemsKautex Textron • Fort Worth, TX, US
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Airworthiness Certification Engineer - Avionics and Mission Systems

Airworthiness Certification Engineer - Avionics and Mission Systems

Kautex Textron • Fort Worth, TX, US
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Overview

Airworthiness Certification Engineer

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), part of the US Army's Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless, Bell's Autonomous Pod Transport (APT), and Bell\'s High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation stop-fold aircraft.

Responsibilities

  • Performs technical airworthiness planning and verification support including development and negotiation of airworthiness certification plans, bases of certification, means of compliance, and other certification activities for complex total systems with IPTs as well as customer counterparts
  • Reviews and coordinates with other airworthiness engineers as well as internal engineering disciplines performed across the total system to include design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal
  • Performs functional and process analyses, requirements allocation and definition studies to translate customer requirements into criteria and derived requirements. Ensures the logical and systematic realization of customer airworthiness certification objectives into system solutions to meet program needs throughout the product lifecycle (e.g. Airworthiness Releases, Type certification, continued airworthiness, operations, and airspace integration).
  • Collaborates with IPTs and USG authority representatives to tailor Airworthiness Qualification Specifications, with a primary focus on Avionics.
  • Responsible for managing and maintaining airworthiness evidence / artifacts in support of Airworthiness Releases (AWRs) and Air System Continued & Continuing Airworthiness
  • Responsible for working closely with the Airworthiness Manager, Chief Engineer and Airworthiness Associate Tech Fellow to manage customer airworthiness demands and achieve milestone events.
  • A strong background in Avionics is highly desired

Skills You Bring To this Role

  • Military airworthiness qualification / certification and / or flight / component test experience is preferred. Civil certification experience is acceptable.
  • Work experience developing Airworthiness Certification Plans and Airworthiness Certification Bases such as Airworthiness Qualification Specifications (AQSs), Tailored Airworthiness Certification Criteria (TACC) or Modified Airworthiness Certification Criteria (MACC) documents is desired.
  • Experience working with a military airworthiness authority such as the US Army Systems Readiness Directorate (SRD), the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) or the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) EN-EZ is desired
  • Military aircraft development or modification experience on any ACAT program is also desired.
  • Familiarity with DoD Airworthiness guidance documents such as the MIL-HDBK-516C or Army Military Airworthiness Certification Criteria (AMACC) is a plus
  • Design or Systems Engineering experience in one or more of the following areas : Avionics (preferred), Air Vehicle Systems, Mission Payload Integration, Flight Technology
  • Work experience with domestic and international UAS / RPAs airworthiness authorizations is a plus
  • Work experience with producing or evaluating evidence for airworthiness certification / qualification
  • Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and / or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) is preferred
  • 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 in engineering or Aeronautical Science is required. Other Math or Science based degrees with relevant experience will be considered.
  • 5+ years of experience (more years of experience is a plus) in an aerospace avionics discipline is required. Electrical experience will be considered.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in military airworthiness qualification programs or civil certification programs is a plus. Multiple years of experience will be considered.
  • Must be able to gain and maintain a US Govt Secret Security Clearance
  • We are looking for inquisitive and driven engineers with a passion to innovate.

    • 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

    • 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, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified 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. 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

    Job Field Engineering

    Schedule Full-time

    Job Level Individual Contributor

    Shift First Shift

    Travel Yes, 5 % of the Time

    Relocation Available

    Worksite Onsite

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