Propulsion Integration Engineer Specialist

Cessna Aircraft Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule

80 hours Personal Time Off (PTO)

120 hours Vacation time

12-13 paid holidays per year

6 weeks parental leave

On-site clinic and pharmacy

Access to Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Propulsion Integration Engineer Specialist in Fort Worth, Texas. You will engage in supplier management for propulsion systems, support the mechanical integration into aircraft, and assist flight test activities. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in mechanical/aerospace engineering and at least 5 years of experience in supplier management. Further, you will benefit from a competitive salary, 9/80 work schedule, generous PTO, on-site services, and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of previous experience in supplier management.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a team player mindset.
• Ability to prioritize work, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a team mindset.
• Excellent communicator with stakeholders including customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Complete design trade studies to optimize system performance.
• Support mechanical integration of propulsion systems into aircraft.
• Manage component supplier activities including design and qualification.
• Support aircraft flight test activities with troubleshooting.
• Manage problem resolution and change proposals.

Skills

Supplier management experience

3-D geometry creation using CATIA

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

CATIA or similar

Job description

Job Description - Propulsion Integration Engineer Specialist (332546)

Job Number: 332546

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) as 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.

These positions are onsite in Fort Worth.

Bring your experience and ideas to help us develop and manage suppliers for the main gas turbine engine and auxiliary power unit on manned and optionally manned aircraft.

You’ll work with customer and hardware requirements to help inform technical specifications within the Propulsion system and then manage supplier efforts to qualify the product.

This role will be an integral part of the team, working closely with the customer, other IPTs, and suppliers. You’ll be able to hone your technical abilities on significant engineering problems, all while gaining experience in leadership and communication.

What you’ll be doing as a Propulsion Integration Engineer

• Work closely with other teams to complete design trade studies to optimize the system key performance parameters.
• Support the mechanical integration of propulsion systems and components into the aircraft.
• Manage component supplier activities to include design, documentation, and qualification.
• Support aircraft flight test activities with troubleshooting, data reduction, and creation of test reports.
• Manage problem resolution and change proposals.

Skills You Bring To this Role

• Minimum 5 years of previous experience in supplier management.
• 3‑D geometry creation using CATIA or similar product.
• Solid understanding of the relationship between requirements, design solutions, and successful qualification.
• Ability to prioritize work, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a team player mindset.
• Excellent communicator, must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, internal and external suppliers, and brief leaders/customers.

What you need to be successful

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering. Advanced degrees will be considered as additional experience. Related degrees with relevant experience will be considered.
• We are looking for inquisitive and driven engineers with a passion to innovate.

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.
• Competitive salary.
• 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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