Leader Planning - MTC

Textron

Fort Worth (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule

Personal Time Off (PTO)

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive health insurance

On-site clinic and pharmacy

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

An aerospace company in Fort Worth, Texas, is seeking a Leader of Planning to oversee union personnel and enhance manufacturing efficiency. The role involves collaborating with site leaders, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring process planning aligns with operational goals. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Engineering or equivalent experience, with a strong background in aircraft manufacturing processes. The position offers competitive benefits and meaningful work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

Proven ability to manage union personnel in a manufacturing setting.
Extensive knowledge of process planning and optimization.
Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing discipline.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of union personnel and ensure efficient execution of planning activities.
Collaborate with site leadership on planning alignment.
Oversee creation and maintenance of planning documents.
Oversee creation and maintenance of process planning documents, work instructions, and process orders.
Interface with manufacturing operations to ensure smooth workflows and address production issues.
Provide regular updates to the Senior Manager of Planning on team performance and progress.
Coordinate activities of the process Planning team with other groups across the company.
Provide training, mentorship, and technical guidance to team members.

Skills

Leadership and management

Aircraft manufacturing processes

Analytical and problem-solving

Communication skills

GD&T/Aerospace tolerances

CAD/CAM tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

5 years manufacturing experience

Tools

CAD/CAM tools

Job description

Leader Planning - MTC & AMC role at Textron

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.

Operations Support Team

Join the Operations Support Team and help drive the success of Bell’s manufacturing and planning operations. This team plays a critical role in ensuring efficient workflows, seamless integration of process planning activities, and alignment with operational priorities. As a Leader, Planning, you’ll oversee union personnel, collaborate with site leadership, and ensure the execution of process planning that meets Bell’s high standards for quality, cost control, and schedule adherence. Your leadership will directly contribute to Bell’s ability to deliver innovative aircraft solutions to customers around the world.

What you’ll be doing as a Leader of Planning

Lead a team of union personnel deployed to a designated Center, ensuring day-to-day planning activities are executed efficiently and effectively.
Collaborate with the Site Lead for Operations Support to align process planning tasks with operational priorities and resolve challenges as they arise.
Plan, schedule, and assign work to personnel in the group, ensuring completion of tasks per schedule and maintaining efficiency.
Oversee the creation and maintenance of process planning documents, work instructions, and process orders.
Interface with manufacturing operations to ensure smooth workflows and address production issues.
Provide regular updates to the Senior Manager of Planning on team performance and progress.
Coordinate the activities of the process Planning team with other groups, departments, and personnel across the company.
Provide training, mentorship, and technical guidance to team members, ensuring they stay current with the latest technologies and practices.

Qualifications

Skills You Bring To this Role

Proven ability to lead and manage union personnel effectively, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment.
Extensive knowledge of aircraft manufacturing processes, including process planning and optimization.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize work and adapt to dynamic operational environments.
Skilled communicator, capable of building and maintaining effective relationships with site leadership, customers, and cross-functional teams.
Experience with GD&T/Aerospace tolerances and CAD/CAM tools, ensuring technical accuracy in planning outputs.
Demonstrated ability to manage schedules, budgets, and quality standards to meet organizational objectives.

What You Need To Be Successful

Inquisitive and driven individuals with a passion for innovation and leadership.
A BS in Engineering, supply chain management, business management, leadership, OR equivalent experience (minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience and/or relative supervisory experience is required).
Minimum 2 years experience in a manufacturing or related discipline.

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.

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.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non‑U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export‑restricted information. The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. “Green Card Holder”), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.

Primary Location: US-Texas-Fort Worth

Job Function: Manufacturing

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Manager with Direct Reports

Job Type: Experienced

Shift: First Shift

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Job Posting: 12/03/2025, 10:17:05 AM

Job Number: 337813

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