Aircraft Assembler, Bell Wichita FLRAA

Bell Textron Inc.
$41,222 - $62,038 a year
Wichita County, Kansas
Full time
2 days ago

Aircraft Assembler, Bell Wichita FLRAA

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.

We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) part of the US Army's Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort.

This position is onsite in Wichita, Kansas. The work shift is Monday through Thursday reporting at 6:00am to 4:30pm.

Aircraft Assembler, Bell Wichita FLRAA

As an aircraft assembler, you will be responsible for working on and around the fuselage for the FLRAA aircraft.

Responsible for structural or mechanical assembled parts on aircraft, while keeping proficient records of the aircraft completion status daily.

Perform most of the assembly operations on all parts of the aircraft as well as fixture and bench assembly operations, to include drilling, deburring, and installing fasteners on a combination of metal and composite components.

What you'll be doing as an Aircraft Assembler:

Responsible for the assembly of aircrafts and test articles by installing a variety of sheetmetal and/or machined assemblies for new or modified articles according to engineering instructions.

Responsible for proper assembly and installation of fuselage aircraft components to meet engineering objectives and schedules. Assist with analyzing, interpreting, and proving engineering assembly/installation drawings, and specifications for production use.

Performs difficult repairs and alterations per design changes, removing the required parts and making replacements

Responsible for FO prevention in all articles and aircrafts that they are assigned to.

Required to work from blueprints or project sketches and templates with or without the use of tooling jigs or fixtures

May require some composite and fiberglass bond layup or repair.

Can make necessary layouts to fabricate and fit component parts per engineering requirements.

Works to follows written and verbal work instructions

Required to perform scheduled/unscheduled inspections.

Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Skills You Bring to This Role:

Familiar with the proper use of assembly tooling and fixtures, as well as various precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, scales, and all types of gages.

Good Communication Skills, both verbal and written

Intermediate Computer Skills- MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint. (All daily work instructions, documents, and specifications are accessed via computer)

What you need to be successful:

High School Diploma or GED

At least 2 years in Aircraft maintenance or assembly experience

FAA Airframe & Powerplant license preferred.

Must have basic knowledge of aircraft manufacturing principles.

Ability to read complex blueprints and drawings, advanced shop math and knowledge of aircraft manufacturing principles.

Able to support Manufacturing on an as needed basis during overtime hours.

NOTE: Bell/Textron Relocation Assistance is NOT available for this role.

What we offer you in return:

Monday-Thursday 4x10 work schedule80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)120 hours Vacation time12-13 paid holidays per year6 weeks parental leaveTuition reimbursementCompetitive salaryComprehensive health insuranceAccess to more than 11 Employee Resource GroupsAnd 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-Kansas-Wichita

Job Function: Manufacturing

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Standard

Shift: First Shift

Travel: No

Relocation: Unavailable

Job Posting: 07/31/2025, 6:06:45 PM

Job Number: 335048

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