Associate Technician - Structural Test Lab: Arlington, ...

Associate Technician /- Structural Test Lab: Arlington, 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 Bell's Flight Research Center in Arlington, TX/. Structural Test Lab Bring your experience and ideas to assemble and run custom/-designed test machines for fatigue and static test aircraft components/. This role is integral to Bell's success to verify the structural integrity of helicopter components/. What you'll be doing as a Structural Test Lab /- Associate Technician + Accountable for construction, assembly, installation, checkout and operation of various test machines and fixtures per Engineering Laboratory Operating Procedures and Engineering Instructions/. + Contained in these tasks are requirements for record keeping, documentation, and helicopter component assembly/installation/. + Additional functions include the performance of acceptance tests, proof loading structural equipment for safety, manufacturing work aids, preparing laboratory test procedures, and calibrating data acquisition sensors/. + Responsible for completion of tasks within a set budget and schedule, as defined by the Manager, Test Technicians/. + Interact with test engineers and other laboratory technicians to ensure that assigned Mechanical Systems Test Laboratory test program requirements in the lab facilities are fulfilled/. + Interact with personnel in other laboratories to ensure a coordinated effort is maintained on assigned tests involving other laboratories/. + Interact with Manufacturing, Transportation, Maintenance, Quality, Dispatching, Tooling and various other departments of Bell Textron to ensure continued support of assigned tasks/. Qualifications Skills You Bring To this Role + Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, reports, specifications, and engineering instructions to make, assemble, build, operate and repair test machines that accomplish certification of aircraft components or systems/. + Ability to initiate and maintain open lines of communication with multiple groups or teams + Familiarity with hydraulics What you need to be Successful: + High School Diploma or equivalent + Associate's degree, Technical School training certification, or military training in mechanical systems repair and overhaul preferred + Own mechanics set of hand tools and ability to use effectively + Lift 25 lbs and ability to stand most of the day/shift 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/)/. 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 Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Relocation: Unavailable Job Posting: 03/31/2026, 9:23:46 AM Job Number: 340817

Created: 2026-04-03