MV-75 Experimental Maintenance Lead

MV-75 Experimental Maintenance Lead

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. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless and Bell's High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation stop-fold aircraft.

MV-75 Experimental Maintenance Lead

Bell is seeking an experienced, self-motivated MV-75 Experimental Maintenance Lead to join Bell's MV-75 Experimental Maintenance Operations team. This position will report to the Manager, MV-75 Experimental Operations and lead the experimental maintenance efforts on Bell’s MV-75 prototypes in Arlington, TX.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to coordination of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, modifications, and repairs to be performed with MV-75 Flight Test Engineering, Flight Test Operations, Instrumentation and Build/Manufacturing Engineering.

They will support development of Functional Test Procedures (FTPs), development of Aircraft System Interim Procedures (ASIPs), development of support equipment Statement of Works (SOWs), maintenance scheduling, and be a conduit for all work performed on aircraft.

This position is based at Bell Textron’s Flight Test Research Center in Arlington, TX. What you'll be doing as the MV-75 Experimental Operations Lead:

• Focus on safety in every area of experimental maintenance and flight test operations. Develop and cultivate a safety culture.
• Responsible for the execution of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, modifications and repairs of the MV-75 experimental aircraft and coordinate flight test instrumentation tasks.
• Support and lead maintenance efforts on aircraft to include coordination with Flight Test Engineering, Flight Test Instrumentation, Design Engineering, Liaison Engineering, and Amarillo Flight Operations.
• Identify potential issues early, efficiently resolve problems and incorporate risk mitigation planning.
• Provide work instructions, direction and support for maintaining, troubleshooting and upgrading all related experimental maintenance and flight test instrumentation systems.
• Manage documentation including updates to procedures, distribution of meeting notes, metric reporting, use of reporting tools, distribution of schedule updates/status and maintain proper configuration management documents.
• Maintain proficiency in the use of specialized Bell developed software applications for experimental maintenance systems.
• Ensure data is accurate and complete.
• Effectively interface and communicate with the Amarillo MV-75 Operations Manager, Amarillo Flight Operations Manager, Flight Research Center Maintenance Manager, Test and Evaluation Manager, Experimental Maintenance Operations Manager, Flight Test Instrumentation Electrical Engineering Manager, Flight Test Instrumentation Mechanical Engineering Manager, Flight Research Center Maintenance Lead, Redstone Test Center Maintenance Lead, Core Team, product IPT's, and other site and functional leaders on matters related to experimental maintenance requirements and support.
• Travel as needed between Arlington Flight Test and Huntsville facilities (up to 15% anticipated).

Qualifications

Skills You Bring to This Role:

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidiscipline support functions to include engineering disciplines (manufacturing, procurement, finance, IT, technical publications, customer support, integrated operations, quality, contracts), customers, suppliers and partners in various locations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmental aircraft manufacturing processes and flight test aircraft maintenance operations.
• Familiarity with Primavera Project Manager, SAP, Microsoft Office or similar project management tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and execute. What you need to be successful:
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft manufacturing, experimental or production flight test, or aircraft maintenance
• Candidate must be eligible to obtain Secret Security Clearance
• Travel as needed between Arlington Flight Test and Huntsville facilities (up to 15% anticipated). 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
• 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.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information.

Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.

Primary Location: US-Texas-Fort Worth

Job Function: Product Support

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Experienced

Shift: First Shift

Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time

Relocation: Available

Job Posting: 01/09/2026, 3:56:15 PM

Job Number: 338714