Technician - Chemical Lab: Fort Worth, TX

Textron Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

80 hours PTO

120 hours vacation

12–13 holidays per year

6 weeks parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

On-site clinic & pharmacy

ERGs & employee programs

Job summary

Bell Textron Inc. in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Chemical Lab Technician to perform chemical analyses, titrations, and materials testing in an on-site lab environment. The role supports multiple Bell programs through laboratory testing and reporting.

The position requires an Associate's Degree or 60+ college credits or equivalent lab experience, with strong writing and communication skills and ability to lift 25 pounds. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a 9/80 schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60+ credits or relevant lab experience.
• Hands-on lab testing experience in chemical/materials labs preferred.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory testing including chemical analysis, titrations, moisture analysis, thermal analysis, metal analysis, environmental conditioning, and corrosion testing.
• Operate lab equipment like XRF, moisture meter, GC-MS, ICP-OES, TMA, DMA, auto-titrator, and others.
• Support Bell programs through lab testing and report generation.
• Write standard equipment guides and lab test procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical writing

MS Word & Excel

PPE awareness

Lab testing knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree in Science/Technology

60+ college credits OR related experience

Tools

X-ray fluorescence

Moisture meter

GC-MS

ICP-OES

TMA/DMA

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Job description

Technician - Chemical Lab: Fort Worth, TX

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.

This position is onsite in Fort Worth, TX

Materials & Processes - Chemical Process Laboratory

From tiltrotor technology to modular complex electronics systems, our technicians work across a wide portfolio of aircraft programs and functions to bring vertical lift solutions and results to our customers. This role will allow the opportunity to support and work on all Bell platforms through laboratory testing and hands on experience. You’ll have the opportunity to combine your passion and knowledge to solve some of the world’s most difficult challenges required to bring rotorcraft products to market. You will get to work with great people who share your passion to introduce new ideas, improve on the past, and leave your mark on the future.

What you’ll be doing as a Chemical Lab Technician

• Execute on different types of laboratory testing, including but not limited to, chemical analysis and titrations, moisture analysis, thermal analysis of composites, metal analysis, environmental conditioning, corrosion testing, and other general lab support

• Operate different types of laboratory equipment such as x-ray fluorescence, moisture meter, Gas chromatograph- mass spectrometer, Inductively Coupled Plasma – Optical Emission Spectrometer, Thermomechanical analyzer, Dynamic mechanical Analyzer, auto-titrator, and other standard laboratory equipment

• Support production, research and development, and all Bell programs through laboratory testing

• Generate technical laboratory reports

• Write standard equipment guides and laboratory test procedures

Qualifications

Skills You Bring To this Role

• Associate's Degree in Science or Technology OR at least 60 hours completed college credits OR previous work experience in a chemical or materials lab

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude through the ability to engage in hands-on laboratory testing

• Demonstrated technical writing and communication skills

• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel

• Ability to lift 25 pounds

• Ability to wear appropriate PPE as needed

• Knowledge and experience with chemical and/or materials testing requirements, preferred

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

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.

AI Readiness: Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

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). 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. Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information.

Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.
Primary Location: US-Texas-Fort Worth
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Relocation: Unavailable
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Job Posting: 10/02/2026, 4:14:54 PM
Job Number: 345432