Environmental Control System Engineers

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, and Bell's High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation aircraft.

These roles are onsite in Fort Worth, TX.

Aircraft Environmental Control System Engineers (across multiple levels)

Bring your experience and ideas and help us develop heating and cooling systems for personnel and equipment on manned and optionally manned aircraft.

You'll work with customer and hardware requirements to create analysis and simulations to inform system and component needs.

This role will be an integral part of the team, working closely the customer, other IPTs, and subcontractors. You'll be able to hone your technical abilities on significant engineering problems, all while gaining experience in leadership and communication.

What you'll be doing as an Environmental Control System Engineer:

• Identify and document component & system requirements, create system specifications and statements of work, and coordinate system interfaces.

• Conduct thermal analysis and develop design solutions for ECS systems and integrate these designs into the aircraft.

• Work closely with other teams to complete design trade studies to optimize the system key performance parameters.

• Manage component supplier activities to include design, documentation, and qualification.

• Support aircraft flight test activities with troubleshooting, data reduction, and creation of test reports.

Skills You Bring To this Role:

• Solid understanding of the relationship between requirements, design solutions, and successful qualification.

• Ability to prioritize work, strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a team player mindset.

• Excellent communicator, must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, internal and external suppliers, and brief leaders/customers.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

What you need to be successful:

• At least 2 years of previous work experience performing thermal analysis of fluid systems.

• Bachelor's degree with a Major in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. Advanced degrees will be considered as additional experience. Related degrees with relevant experience will be considered.

• We are looking for inquisitive and driven engineers with a passion to innovate.

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.