Mechanical Technical Instructor, Bell Training Academy (BTA)

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United States

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

5×8 work schedule

PTO 80 hours

Vacation 120 hours

Holidays 12-13 per year

Parental leave 6 weeks

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Job summary

Bell Textron Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Technical Instructor for the Bell Training Academy in Fort Worth, TX. You will prepare and deliver aircraft training, maintain shop areas, and develop specialized courses for U.S. and international customers.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s preferred), an FAA A&P certificate, and 2+ years of Bell maintenance experience. Strong MS Office skills and excellent presentation abilities are essential.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
At least 2 years' experience maintaining and troubleshooting Bell products.
Must possess FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate.
Excellent presentation and customer-facing skills.
Proficient in MS Office; strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

Prepare classroom for each class and deliver the presentation of the course materials to the customers.
Maintain the Bell Training Academy shop areas in a clean and orderly appearance.
Develop and deliver specialized courses for customers, develop a rapport with the customer base to include US based and international customers.
Work with the Training Support Development team to update courseware or build courseware as needed.
Travel required to present aircraft courses both in the US and Internationally (15%).

Skills

MS Office

Presentation skills

Customer relations

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate

Job description

Mechanical Technical Instructor, Bell Training Academy (BTA)(

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.

We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) part of the US Army’s Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless and Bell’s High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation aircraft.

Mechanical Technical Instructor for Bell Training Academy

Bring your experience as a mechanic with a high degree of Bell knowledge from maintaining Bell’s aircraft (helicopters) for an operator or at a Bell Service Center.

You’ll have experience maintaining but not limited to the following systems: hydraulics, fuel system, powertrain, rotating controls, powerplant systems, and avionics/electrical systems.

This role will be an integral part of the team, working closely with customers and fellow instructors.

This role is onsite in Fort Worth, Texas.

What you’ll be doing as a Mechanical Instructor:

Prepare classroom for each class and deliver the presentation of the course materials to the customers.

Maintain the Bell Training Academy shop areas in a clean and orderly appearance.

Develop and deliver specialized courses for customers, develop a rapport with the customer base to include US based and international customers.

Work with the Training Support Development team to update courseware or build courseware as needed.

Travel required to present aircraft courses both in the US and Internationally (15%).

Qualifications

Skills You Bring to This Role:

High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

At least 2 years of experience maintaining and troubleshooting on Bell products.

Must possess an FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate

Self-starter, outgoing people person, with great presentation skills.

Skilled at using MS Office software.

Ability to prioritize work, strong customer comes first attitude, and a positive team player.

Excellent communicator that must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, and brief leaders/peers.

Physical Requirements

Must be physically capable of working on and around aircraft.

Able to climb ladders, stairs, and work stands; kneel, squat, sit, crawl, bend, stoop, and crouch for extended periods.

Must be able to stand for prolonged durations.

Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs., including overhead, and team lift up to 50 lbs.

Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling small components and tools.

Good vision with ability to focus on small details and identify defects.

Must remain vigilant and adhere to all workplace safety protocols.

What we offer you in return:

5×8 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.
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Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.

Primary Location

: US-Texas-Fort Worth

Job Field

: Product Support

Schedule

: Full-time

Job Level

: Individual Contributor

Job Type

: Experienced

Shift

: First Shift