2027 Entry Level - Engineer - Johnson City, TN

Textron; Piney Flats (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Textron Inc. is seeking an entry-level Integration & Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Tennessee. You will collaborate with experienced engineers, manufacturing, and quality to integrate new products into aircraft and improve build processes.

The role emphasizes gaining hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical/avionics, and software-enabled systems, while preparing documentation for certification. This is a full-time, onsite position supporting ongoing aircraft production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant engineering field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• Foundational knowledge of aircraft, systems, and manufacturing processes.
• Basic familiarity with CAD and engineering analysis tools (NX, CATIA, Autodesk, Excel, MATLAB, Python).
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and quick learning in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and update procedures and drawings for STC kits and customized completions using design software and data.
• Support integration of mechanical, electrical/avionics and software-enabled systems and analyses.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality to ensure designs are producible and documented.
• Assist with bench and system-level testing, data collection, and troubleshooting.
• Prepare technical documentation to support certification and STC approvals.
• Review drawings/specifications/test data and implement approved changes via ECRs and revisions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CAD familiarity

Engineering analysis tools

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Aerospace/Computer/Software Engineering or related field

Tools

NX

CATIA

Autodesk

Excel

MATLAB

ALTAIR

NASTRAN

Python

Job description

Day in the Life of a Engineer

We are looking for curious, analytical engineers who are excited to apply their technical skills to real aircraft and real manufacturing environments. As an Entry Level Integration & Manufacturing Engineer, you will work closely with experienced engineers, manufacturing, and quality teams to integrate new products into aircraft and continuously improve how we build them.

Day in the Life of a Engineer

We are looking for curious, analytical engineers who are excited to apply their technical skills to real aircraft and real manufacturing environments. As an Entry Level Integration & Manufacturing Engineer, you will work closely with experienced engineers, manufacturing, and quality teams to integrate new products into aircraft and continuously improve how we build them.

As a Engineer at Bell, you can expect to:

• Design and update procedures and detailed drawings/schematics (e.g., parts, structural and electrical installations, wiring diagrams, interface control documents) for STC kits and customized completions using various design software and manufacturers’ technical data.
• Support integration of mechanical, electrical/avionics and software-enabled systems, including requirements interpretation, installation concepts, and basic engineering analyses.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality to ensure designs are practical, producible, and properly documented, and assist in resolving build and installation issues on the shop floor.
• Assist with bench and system-level testing, coupon and component-level testing, aircraft ground/flight testing, data collection, and troubleshooting of installations and system features.
• Prepare technical documentation such as analysis reports and test plans to support certification and STC approvals.
• Research and respond to product support and field questions by reviewing drawings, specifications, and test data, and incorporate approved changes via ECRs and drawing revisions accurately and on time.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• A bachelor’s degree or higher with a major in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer/Software Engineering or related technical field required.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience
• Foundational knowledge of aircraft, systems, and/or manufacturing processes through coursework, labs, or practical experience.
• Basic familiarity with CAD and engineering analysis tools (e.g., NX, CATIA, Autodesk, or similar, plus tools such as Excel, MATLAB, ALTAIR, NASTRAN, or Python for analysis).
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, and quality.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to learn quickly in a fast‑paced engineering and manufacturing environment.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Experience with composite materials (design, analysis, testing, or manufacturing) gained through coursework, research, labs, internships, or co‑ops.
• Exposure to aircraft or product integration activities (e.g., installation design, interface requirements, routing of systems, modification of existing platforms, or STC/completions work).
• Familiarity with data analytics or AI/ML tools applied to engineering or manufacturing, such as Python, MATLAB, R, or similar tools for data analysis, visualization, or predictive modeling.
• Hands‑on experience in laboratory, prototype, or production environments, including working with test data, manufacturing instructions, or quality documentation.
• Understanding of manufacturing and continuous improvement principles (e.g., lean, Six Sigma, process capability) and interest in applying them to aircraft production.

Recruiting Timeline:

Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-G-O, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real‑world solutions. Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.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.

Recruiting Company

Bell Textron Inc.

Primary Location

US‑Tennessee‑Piney Flats

Schedule

Full‑time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Entry Job

Shift

First Shift

Relocation

Available

Worksite

Onsite

Job Posting

09/03/2026, 10:13:29 AM