Environmental Control System (ECS) Engineer

Company: Bell Helicopter Textron Inc.
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

We are pioneers. We were the first to break the sound barrier and to design the first functional jetpack. We were aboard NASA's first lunar mission and brought advanced tiltrotor systems to market. Today, we are defining the future of on-demand mobility. At Bell, we are proud to work for an iconic company with superb talent, rapidly creating novel and coveted vertical lift experiences. Environmental Control System (ECS): The Environmental Control System engineer is responsible for design, development, and implementation of Environmental Control System components. Environmental Control System (ECS) engineer opportunities are available to develop the Bell 360 Invictus, the future of attack reconnaissance aviation. The Bell 360 builds on the generational successes of past Bell experimental and production aircraft to enable the war fighter and save lives. Engineers will have the opportunity to experience the full lifecycle of the air vehicle and develop solutions for the environmental control system, such as cockpit and avionics cooling, cockpit heating, canopy defogging, and air filtration. This position is located at Bell's headquarters facility in Ft. Worth, TX with travel to other Bell and supplier facilities. Position Responsibilities: Develop ECS requirements and architecture, including aircraft heating, cooling, defog, and air filtration. Conduct design and analysis of the ECS and integrate the ECS into the aircraft in coordination with interfacing systems. Manage supplier development and qualification efforts. System design, requirement management, interface management, verification and validation testing and aircraft/system qualification. Work closely with other teams, participating in design trade studies for air vehicle level optimization. Education Requirements: Bachelor of Science or Engineering Degree is required. Major in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering (or closely related technical field) is preferred. Position Requirements: Multiple levels of experience will be considered with at least 5 years' experience with ECS development and testing within aerospace industry. Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively to coordinate and lead activities, prioritize tasks, and report status. Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with customers and suppliers as well as horizontal integrations across the other teams. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to work effectively within a team utilizing good interpersonal and organization skills. Familiarity with military certifications, such as: RTCA-DO-160, MIL-STD-810 and MIL-HDBK-310 military and industry standards as applicable to ECS design. Experience with aircraft installation support, functional testing and troubleshooting. #CJ Preferred Skills: Ability to obtain Secret Security Clearance. Familiarity with model-based systems engineering. Experience with creation of system specifications, requirements traceability and verification. Familiarity with thermal analysis using SINDA, or equivalent analysis tools. Familiarity with aerospace design and verification processes including requirement development and verification, preliminary and detailed design, MRP, Planning, Manufacturing, Procurement and Maintenance. Familiarity with complex calculations, large dataset processing, and modeling using Microsoft Excel. Textron Relocation Assistance policy is in effect / applies for this position for candidates who qualify. Our most cherished core value is to Lift Each Other up, creating a diverse and inclusive environment. As a member of our global workforce, you will collaborate with dedicated, enthusiastic teams where differences in experiences, backgrounds, and ideas combined with a strong passion for our products take us above and beyond flight.

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