Supply Chain Manufacturing Eng (Sheet Metal)
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 V-280 Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) part of the US Army's Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless, Bell's Autonomous Pod Transport (APT), and Bell's High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation aircraft.
This position is onsite in Fort Worth, Texas.
Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineering
The Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineering team is responsible for managing the supply base for Bell. This includes both tactical and strategic efforts. The tactical efforts are generally technical support for specific parts, assemblies, or programs at a supplier. Strategic efforts are more general overall enterprise efforts not specifically related to any part, assembly, or program. The overall mission is to ensure material availability in support of all Bell Assembly and Manufacturing facilities that meet quality and safety standards. This position requires a strong understanding of manufacturing processes.
What you'll be doing as a Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer
- Advise internal customers on supplier capabilities and capacities to assist with supplier selection.
- Review and provide producibility feedback for new designs.
- Identify, investigate, and resolve supplier related technical issues both at Bell and at suppliers.
- Identify and resolve capability gaps in Bell's supply base.
- Assess new supplier capability and readiness to provide materials to Bell.
- Review root cause corrective action for supplier material discrepancy submittals.
Qualifications
Skills You Bring To this Role
- Excellent communication skills are required. An SCME must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with peers, internal and external customers, suppliers, and brief leaders/customers.
- A technical understanding of non-metallic or metallic processes, tooling, or design.
- A strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication techniques, materials, and equipment.
- The ability to identify and prioritize both explicit and implicit tasks in order to accomplish the mission.
- The willingness to seize the initiative rather than wait for problems to come to you.
- Proficient in using CAD for part viewing.
- Proficient in MS Office productivity tools.
What you need to be successful
- 2 years in aerospace or related manufacturing industry experience.
- Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or relevant/related disciplines required.
- Advanced degrees will be considered as additional experience.
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: Manufacturing
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time
Relocation: Unavailable
Job Posting: 07/31/2025, 11:28:58 AM
Job Number: 334885