Technician – Chemical Lab: Fort Worth, TX

Find a- Textron; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

On-site clinic

Job summary

Bell Textron Inc. in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Chemical Lab Technician for an on-site role. You will perform chemical analyses, titrations, moisture and thermal analyses, and operate advanced lab instruments to support multiple Bell programs.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, documentation, and collaboration with production, R&D, and engineering teams. A science/tech degree or equivalent lab experience is required, with PPE provided and a focus on safety.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 60 college hours or equivalent lab experience.
• Mechanical aptitude for hands-on lab testing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory tests including chemical analysis, titrations, moisture and thermal analysis.
• Operate lab equipment such as XRF, moisture meters, GC-MS, and DMA/DTA units.
• Support production, R&D, and Bell programs via lab testing.
• Generate technical laboratory reports and write procedures.

Skills

Science/Tech degree

Lab experience

Technical writing

MS Word & Excel

Lift 25 lbs

Education

Associate’s Degree in Science or Technology

Tools

XRF equipment

GC-MS

DMA/TGA tools

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.
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Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.

Primary Location

: US-Texas-Fort Worth

Job Field

: Engineering

Schedule

: Full-time

Job Level

: Individual Contributor

Job Type

: Standard

Shift

: First Shift

Travel

: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Relocation: Unavailable
Worksite: Onsite

Job Posting

: 10/02/2026, 8:14:54 PM