Bell Flight · 11 hours ago
Associate Technician - Structural Test Lab: Arlington, TX
Bell Flight is pioneering the future of aviation through specialized engineering. The Associate Technician in the Structural Test Lab will be responsible for assembling and operating test machines for aircraft components to verify their structural integrity.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Accountable for construction, assembly, installation, checkout and operation of various test machines and fixtures per Engineering Laboratory Operating Procedures and Engineering Instructions
Contained in these tasks are requirements for record keeping, documentation, and helicopter component assembly/installation
Additional functions include the performance of acceptance tests, proof loading structural equipment for safety, manufacturing work aids, preparing laboratory test procedures, and calibrating data acquisition sensors
Responsible for completion of tasks within a set budget and schedule, as defined by the Manager, Test Technicians
Interact with test engineers and other laboratory technicians to ensure that assigned Mechanical Systems Test Laboratory test program requirements in the lab facilities are fulfilled
Interact with personnel in other laboratories to ensure a coordinated effort is maintained on assigned tests involving other laboratories
Interact with Manufacturing, Transportation, Maintenance, Quality, Dispatching, Tooling and various other departments of Bell Textron to ensure continued support of assigned tasks
Qualification
Required
Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, reports, specifications, and engineering instructions to make, assemble, build, operate and repair test machines that accomplish certification of aircraft components or systems
Ability to initiate and maintain open lines of communication with multiple groups or teams
Familiarity with hydraulics
High School Diploma or equivalent
Own mechanics set of hand tools and ability to use effectively
Lift 25 lbs and ability to stand most of the day/shift
Preferred
Associate's degree, Technical School training certification, or military training in mechanical systems repair and overhaul
Benefits
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
Company
Bell Flight
Bell Flight is an industry-leading producer of commercial and military, vertical-lift aircraft.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-12-18
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