Process Engineer - Bell Wichita FLRAA

Cessna Aircraft Company; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4x10 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

Comprehensive health insurance

Job summary

A leading aviation firm is seeking a Process Engineer in Wichita, Kansas, to drive the success of key projects involving the fuselage assembly of military aircraft. The ideal candidate will possess at least 10 years of experience in aircraft assembly, a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, and strong communication skills. This role emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and technical expertise in a fast-paced environment. Offers a robust benefits package including PTO, vacation, and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of aircraft assembly or aviation experience required.
• Hands-on experience with fuselage assembly preferred.
• Candidates must be eligible for Secret Security Clearance.
• Ability to host plant tours for MVP customers and management.
• Eligible for Secret Security Clearance.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Test and evaluate materials and fasteners for aircraft safety.
• Perform failure analysis for engineering and production activities.
• Prepare test plans and reports for design and manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate to revise and maintain engineering specifications.
• Participate in Corrective Action Board meetings to drive improvements.
• Coordinate cross-functionally to develop and maintain engineering specifications.
• Participate in CAB meetings and drive RCCA actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives (safety, quality, schedule, cost).
• Provide technical support to customer service and field engineers.
• Develop and improve test processes and tools.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Accountability and integrity

Teamwork

Engagement and rapport establishment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Process Engineer - Bell Wichita FLRAA (331801). 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. This position is onsite in Wichita, Kansas.

Process Engineer - Wichita, KS FLRAA

The Process Engineer role will contribute to the successful completion of major projects that support strategic priorities and/or difficult technical objectives of the fuselage assembly for the FLRAA aircraft.

The Process Engineer understands advanced manufacturing technical principles, theories and concepts to develop innovative technology on existing or advanced designs, concepts, processes, systems and tools.

Working under general direction, the individual possesses unique engineering knowledge in specialty and advanced manufacturing technical areas. Represents Production Engineering as technical contact on projects, programs and/or cross functional teams.

What you’ll be doing as a Process Engineer

• Test and evaluate materials and fasteners in relation to design, assembly, and safety of the aircraft.
• Perform failure analysis to support engineering and production activities throughout the organization.
• Provide technical support to internal operations, quality, planning, engineering and suppliers as needed.
• Review design concepts and engineering drawings to ensure accuracy and producibility.
• Prepare test plans and test reports to support all activities regarding design, manufacturing, assembly and operational items.
• Coordinate cross functionally to develop, revise and maintain engineering specifications.
• Participate in Corrective Action Board (CAB) meetings drive Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities.
• Participate and drive Continuous Improvement initiatives (safety, quality, schedule, cost)
• Provide technical support to customer service, field engineers, and other necessary functions.
• Participate in development and improvement in test processes and tools.

Skills You Bring To this Role

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Must have the ability to strongly engage and establish rapport with peers, leaders, and subordinates

What you need to be successful

• Bachelor’s Degree required in Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science / Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or relative technical field.
• Minimum of 10 years of relative technical aircraft assembly or aviation experience required
• Hands-on experience with fuselage assembly preferred
• Ability to create PowerPoint presentations
• Ability to host plant tours / facility tours with MVP customers, management, peers, and others as needed.
• Able to support Manufacturing on as needed basis during overtime hours
• Candidates must be eligible to obtain Secret Security Clearance

What we offer you in return

• Monday-Thursday 4x10 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
• 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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