Flight-Test Aircraft Maintenance Lead

Socket.dev; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule

PTO (80 hours)

Vacation time (120 hours)

Holiday pay (12-13 days)

Parental leave (6 weeks)

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Job summary

Bell is seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Coordinator to lead the maintenance strategy and coordination for MV-75, 525 and Legacy aircraft in Arlington, TX. You will collaborate with Flight Test Engineering, Design Engineering, Instrumentation and shop floor teams to safely and efficiently execute maintenance requirements.

The role emphasizes safety, proactive problem solving, and playing a key part in continuous improvement of maintenance processes for flight test operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aeronautics or related field required.
• FAA A&P certificate is desirable.
• Minimum 5 years of aircraft maintenance or flight experience.
• Positive, motivated self-starter who solves complex problems with simple solutions.
• Ability to learn quickly, communicate effectively, and ensure safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance coordination with cross-functional teams to safely execute aircraft maintenance requirements.
• Focus on safety in all maintenance planning and coordination.
• Develop and review procedures supporting manufacturing and flight test operations.
• Support maintenance configuration changes with tools and hardware planning.
• Provide instructions and support for maintenance and instrumentation systems.

Skills

Collaboration across disciplines

Developmental aircraft manufacturing

Aircraft maintenance experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aeronautics

FAA A&P certificate (desired)

Job description

Bell is seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Coordinator to lead the maintenance strategy and coordination for MV-75, 525 and Legacy aircraft in Arlington, TX. You will collaborate with Flight Test Engineering, Design Engineering, Instrumentation and shop floor teams to safely and efficiently execute maintenance requirements.

The role emphasizes safety, proactive problem solving, and playing a key part in continuous improvement of maintenance processes for flight test operations.