Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer

Senior Manufacturing Process 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 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 be partnered 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.

What you’ll be doing as a Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer:

• 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

Skills You Bring to This Role:

• 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.

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.

AI Readiness: Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

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.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). 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. Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information.

Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc. Primary Location: US-Texas-Fort Worth Job Function: Manufacturing Schedule: Full-time Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Type: Standard Shift: First Shift Relocation: Unavailable Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Job Posting: 10/21/2026 Job Number: 345791