Associate Mechanical Technician - Structural Test Lab: Fort Worth, TX

Cessna Aircraft Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

PTO

Vacation 120 hours

Holidays 12–13

Parental leave 6 weeks

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

On-site clinic

Employee Resource Groups

And so much more

Job summary

Bell Textron in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Associate Mechanical Technician for the Structural Test Lab. You will assemble and operate custom test machines to verify the structural integrity of helicopter components, and ensure accurate documentation and safety testing.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent; an Associate's degree, technical training, or military mechanical training is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree, Technical School training certification, or military training in mechanical systems repair preferred.
• Own mechanics set of hand tools and ability to use effectively.

Responsibilities

• Construct, assemble, install, checkout and operate test machines per procedures.
• Document and record helicopter component assembly/installation.
• Perform acceptance tests and proof loading of structural equipment; calibrate data sensors.
• Complete tasks within budget and schedule as defined by Manager, Test Technicians.
• Coordinate with test engineers and other lab techs to fulfill test program requirements.
• Coordinate with other labs for cross-lab test efforts.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Transportation, Maintenance, Quality and other departments for task support.

Skills

Hand tools proficiency

Mechanical systems repair

Reading mechanical drawings

Team communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree/Technical training/military training in mechanical systems

Tools

Mechanics set of hand tools

Test equipment operation

Job description

Job Description - Associate Mechanical Technician - Structural Test Lab: Fort Worth, TX (345256)

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Associate Mechanical Technician - Structural Test Lab: Fort Worth, TX (345256)

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.

This position is onsite in Fort Worth, TX.

Structural Test Lab

Bring your experience and ideas to assemble and run custom-designed test machines for fatigue and static test aircraft components. This role is integral to Bell's success to verify the structural integrity of helicopter components.

What you’ll be doing as a Structural Test Lab - Associate Technician

• A ccountable for construction, assembly, installation, checkout and operation of various test machines and fixtures per Engineering Laboratory Operating Procedures and Engineering Instructions.
• Contained in these tasks are requirements for record keeping, documentation, and helicopter component assembly/installation.
• Additional functions include the performance of acceptance tests, proof loading structural equipment for safety, manufacturing work aids, preparing laboratory test procedures, and calibrating data acquisition sensors.
• Responsible for completion of tasks within a set budget and schedule, as defined by the Manager, Test Technicians.
• Interact with test engineers and other laboratory technicians to ensure that assigned Mechanical Systems Test Laboratory test program requirements in the lab facilities are fulfilled.
• Interact with personnel in other laboratories to ensure a coordinated effort is maintained on assigned tests involving other laboratories.
• Interact with Manufacturing, Transportation, Maintenance, Quality, Dispatching, Tooling and various other departments of Bell Textron to ensure continued support of assigned tasks.

What you need to be Successful:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Associate's degree, T echnical School training certification, or military training in mechanical systems repair and overhaul preferred

• Own mechanics set of hand tools and ability to use effectively
• Lift 25 lbs and ability to stand most of the day/shift

Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, reports, specifications, and engineering instructions to make, assemble, build, operate and repair test machines that accomplish certification of aircraft components or systems.

Ability to initiate and maintain open lines of communication with multiple groups or teams

Prior mechanical experience, preferred

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.

What you need to be Successful:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Associate's degree, T echnical School training certification, or military training in mechanical systems repair and overhaul preferred

• Own mechanics set of hand tools and ability to use effectively
• Lift 25 lbs and ability to stand most of the day/shift

Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, reports, specifications, and engineering instructions to make, assemble, build, operate and repair test machines that accomplish certification of aircraft components or systems.

Ability to initiate and maintain open lines of communication with multiple groups or teams

Prior mechanical experience, preferred

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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