• Aircraft Certification Engineer

    Textron (Fort Worth, TX)


    Aircraft Certification Engineer

    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\._

     

    Certification and ODA Administration Engineer

     

    Bell has an opening for a Certification Engineer supporting **Commercial Aircraft Certification** activities\.

     

    In this role, the Certification Engineer is a member of the ODA \(Organizational Designation Authorization\) Administration and Certification organization and is responsible for overseeing the regulatory administration, as well as, serving as the primary systems interface between certification and IT\. The role is an integral part of the team, working closely with administrative staff, unit members, programs, and IT\.

     

    This role is located onsite in Fort Worth, TX at Bell's Commercial Business Center\.

    What you'll be doing as a Certification Engineer:

    * Create, update, and maintain certification task instructions, procedures, policies, and business directives ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and the ODA Procedures Manual

    * Review FAA Orders and other regulatory materials, and identify/draft changes to ODA procedures to ensure continued compliance

    * Learn, understand, and facilitate Bell responses to the regulatory rulemaking \(NPRM\) process

    * Work issues to resolution for FAA or ODA identified regulatory non\-compliances

    * Develop certification training modules for non\-ODA personnel

    * Primary point of contact for PLM certification support, training, and future upgrades

    Qualifications

    Skills You Bring To this Role :

    * Knowledge of the certification and ODA regulatory environment

    * Excellent communication skills; experience building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders

    * Self\-starter with strong analytical and problem\-solving skills

    * Strong team\-oriented interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively with a broad range of people and roles, including regulators, IT, programs, and quality assurance

    * Ability to work individually and as part of a team, prioritizing responsibilities based on criticality

    What you need to be successful:

    * Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering\. Advanced degrees will be considered as additional experience\. Related degrees with relevant experience will be considered\.

    * At least 2 years of related experience in aerospace engineering\.

    * Knowledge of the certification and ODA regulatory environment and work with the FAA highly preferred\.

    * Knowledge of Bell's Product Lifecycle Management \(PLM\) and IT Service Request Now systems, preferred

    * Exceptional skills in MS Office including MS Excel and SharePoint

     

    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\._

     

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

     

    **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:** Available

    **Job Posting:** 04/22/2025, 5:26:10 PM

    **Job Number:** 332005