Mfg Eng Resource Prgm III (Plant 1)

Bell Flight; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Textron Inc. in Fort Worth, TX, seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Resource Programmer III to design CAM NC programs, MCAD models, and 2D drawings for manufacturing processes.

The role requires knowledge of GD&T and aerospace tolerances, with the ability to translate engineering drawings into productive tooling and fixtures. The position involves creating loft MCAD models, providing process liaison support, and training staff on manufacturing procedures.

Qualifications

• Two years of college or three years' experience in aircraft industry.
• Knowledge of GD&T and aerospace tolerances.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design CAM NC programs and MCAD tools/fixtures for manufacturing.
• Create loft patterns and 2D drawings for process planning.
• Provide MCAD models and drawings to support production.
• Train staff on processes and procedures as needed.
• Communicate with internal and external customers.

Skills

Communication skills

GD&T tolerances

NC programming

MCAD modeling

Education

Two years college or 3 years experience

Tools

CAM software

MCAD/CAD

Job description

• Under the general supervision of a supervisor or an employee of equal or higher rank, Mfg. Eng. Resource Programmer III is responsible for effective design of manufacturing resources including:
• Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) numerical controlled (NC) programs, Manufacturing Computer Aided Design (MCAD) tools/fixtures, loft patterns, and operational models with associated 2D drawings.
• Must have knowledge of shop production and processing operations.
• Work in accordance with management strategies and concepts as well as program and departmental processes and procedures using Bell Business Systems.
• May train one or more employees.

Worked Performed:

• Interrogate, analyze, comprehend, and interpret various Engineering Drawings, Models, Bills of Materials, Technical Specifications, Quality Documents, Bell Process Framework, and departmental procedures as necessary to perform assigned work.
• Provides MCAD operational models and 2D drawings for manufacturing process planning sequences as required.
• Provide process liaison support for manufacturing operations when MCAD models with 2D drawings exist as required.
• Develops, Creates and Maintains Tooling/Fixture definition for manufacturing operations for all media types including MCAD and manual legacy designs. Executes creation and maintenance of CAM programs and operator instructions for Numerical Controlled equipment.
• Responsible for developing, creating, and maintaining Loft MCAD models, flat patterns and associated digital tooling programs.
• Working knowledge of NC Programming, Loft, Engineering, Tool Design, Manufacturing and Planning processes and procedures.
• Skilled in the concept related to the application of GD&T/Aerospace tolerances Supports producibility assessments when requested.
• Maintains records and schedules of work assigned. Will meet established company cost control standards, schedule and quality requirements to maintain market competitiveness.
• Provide technical assistance to procurement and suppliers as determined by management.
• Execute strong communication skills, both verbal and written, required to communicate and interact between internal and external customers.
• Apply extensive aircraft manufacturing knowledge and be prepared to train, direct, instruct, and check/validate Production Engineering work.
• Required to attend training and complete competency-based testing as required by management to remain current with technological advancements.

Experience & Other Requirements:

• Two (2) years college or three (3) years of experience in the aircraft industry or completed related Bell apprentice program.
• Demonstrated capability to adequately perform the essential functions and responsibilities related to the application of GD&T/Aerospace tolerances.
• Must have strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

For Manufacturing Engineering Resource Programmer III positions at the Advanced Manufacturing Center (AMC) facility, the following responsibilities are excluded from the scope of their duties and will be covered under a separate Tool Designer Job Description: Develops, Creates and Maintains Tooling/Fixture definition for manufacturing operations for all media types including MCAD and manual legacy designs.

ITAR and / or EAR Statement

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Textron is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V)

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.

Recruiting Company

Bell Textron Inc.

Primary Location

US-Texas-Fort Worth

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Standard

Shift

First Shift

Job Posting

10/28/2026, 5:08:56 PM