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

bellflight.com; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule

Paid time off (PTO)

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive health insurance

On-site clinic and related services

Job summary

Bell Textron Inc. in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Associate Technician for the Structural Test Lab.

The role focuses on assembling and running custom-designed test machines for fatigue and static testing of helicopter components, ensuring structural integrity per engineering instructions. The position requires a high school diploma with preferred technical training; you will work with test engineers, document procedures, and support multiple departments to meet schedule and budget.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree or technical training in mechanical systems preferred.
• Able to lift 25 lbs and stand for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, checkout and operate test machines per procedures.
• Maintain records, documentation and assembly of helicopter components.
• Perform acceptance tests and safety proof loading of equipment.

Skills

Hand tools

Read drawings

Communication

Mechanical experience

Lifting 25 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or technical training preferred

Military training in mechanical systems repair (preferred)

Tools

Calibration tools

Job 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.

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

• Accountable 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, Technical 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.

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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Recruiting Company

Bell Textron Inc.

Primary Location

US-Texas-Fort Worth

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Standard

Shift

First Shift

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Relocation

Unavailable

Worksite

Onsite

Job Posting

09/24/2026, 3:49:09 PM