Aircraft Assembler, Bell Wichita FLRAA at Bell Textron Inc.

%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EWe%26rsquo;re more than aviation experts, we%26rsquo;re pioneers. We challenge what%26rsquo;s possible. From breaking the%26nbsp;sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EWe are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) part of the US Army%26rsquo;s Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort.%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun: yes;%22%3E%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EThis position is onsite in Wichita, Kansas. The work shift is Monday through Thursday reporting at 6:00am to 4:30pm.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cb%3EAircraft Assembler, Bell Wichita FLRAA%3C/b%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EAs an aircraft assembler, you will be responsible for working on and around the fuselage for the FLRAA aircraft.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EResponsible for structural or mechanical assembled parts on aircraft, while keeping proficient records of the aircraft completion status daily.%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EPerform 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.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cpre class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cb%3EWhat you%26rsquo;ll be doing as an Aircraft Assembler: %3C/b%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/pre%3E%0A%3Cul%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%0A%3Cpre%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EResponsible 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.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/pre%3E%0A%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%0A%3Cpre%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EResponsible for proper assembly and installation of fuselage aircraft components to meet engineering objectives and schedules.%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Assist with analyzing, interpreting, and proving engineering assembly/installation drawings, and specifications for production use.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/pre%3E%0A%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%0A%3Cpre%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EPerforms difficult repairs and alterations per design changes, removing the required parts and making replacements%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/pre%3E%0A%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%0A%3Cpre%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EResponsible for FO prevention in all articles and aircrafts that they are assigned to.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/pre%3E%0A%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%0A%3Cpre%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3ERequired to work from blueprints or project sketches and templates with or without the use of tooling jigs or fixtures%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/pre%3E%0A%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%0A%3Cpre%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EMay require some composite and fiberglass bond layup or repair.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/pre%3E%0A%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%0A%3Cpre%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3ECan make necessary layouts to fabricate and fit component parts per engineering requirements.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/pre%3E%0A%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%0A%3Cpre%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3EWorks to%26nbsp;follows written and verbal work instructions%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/pre%3E%0A%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%0A%3Cpre%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3ERequired to perform scheduled/unscheduled inspections.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/pre%3E%0A%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%0A%3Cpre%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height: 107%;%22%3EPerforms other related duties as required.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/pre%3E%0A%3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E

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 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
• 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.

 

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