Aircraft Performance Specialist

Cessna Aircraft Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule

Personal Time Off (PTO)

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive health insurance

On-site clinic and pharmacy

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking an Aircraft Performance Specialist to provide technical sales support and develop analytical models to enhance market competitiveness. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 2 years of experience in aerospace or engineering. This role includes opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, including a hybrid work schedule and PTO.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of related experience in aerospace or engineering.
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop in-depth product performance comparisons of Bell vs. competitor products.
• Collect, synthesize and interpret the Voice of Customer.
• Create analytical forecast models.
• Provide technical support for proposals in response to RFIs, RFPs.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Understanding of aircraft performance

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, or business

Degree in Engineering, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Description - Aircraft Performance Specialist (332760)

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. And we want you.

Commercial Product Marketing, Aircraft Performance Specialist

Bring your experience and ideas to this unique multi‑dimensional role at Bell that is a combination of Engineering Technical Sales Support, Technical Product Marketing, and Strategic Planning.

In this role you will partner with the Bell Commercial Sales Team to develop mission profile analysis, payload range analysis, performance calculations and analysis, operating cost analysis, life cycle cost analysis, and develop new sales support tools that respond to our unique customers.

This position is onsite at Bell's Commercial Business Center in Fort Worth, TX.

What you’ll be doing as an Aircraft Performance Specialist:

• Develop in-depth product performance comparisons of Bell vs. competitor products using Flight Manuals and respective aircraft performance charts.
• Collect, synthesize and interpret the Voice of Customer to determine the steps necessary to improve Bell competitiveness.
• Create analytical forecast models and get buy‑in from senior leadership.
• Develop and produce the technical information / specifications for world class marketing collateral that differentiate Bell products and services.
• Update marketing materials, including product fact sheets, spec books, competitive briefings, and competition guides.
• Perform total operating cost and lifecycle cost analysis using the available tools.
• Provide technical support for proposals in response to RFIs, RFPs, and various solicitations.
• Other duties as assigned. The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Skills You Bring to This Role:

• Ability to build and maintain effective collaborative relationships and interact with cross‑functional groups to solve business and customer issues in the overall sales process.
• Understanding of the aircraft product performance, competitive landscape, strengths, weaknesses, market trends, win/loss analysis.
• Ability to integrate the objectives of regional, market segment and customer experts to implement coordinated product plans.
• Very strong verbal and written communication skills

What you need to be successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, or business required. Degree in Engineering, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• At least 2 years of related experience in aerospace or engineering.
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally.

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.

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